Nigeria’s Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has praised Sunday’s 3-1 friendly victory over Ghana as a good step forward in the team’s preparations for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), praising the intensity and physical nature of the match.
Speaking after the clash in Casablanca, Morocco, Abiodun highlighted the importance of facing such a challenging opponent ahead of the continental showpiece, which kicks off on July 5.o
“It was a good training match. I like the fact that the Ghanaians brought physicality to the game,” Abiodun said. “It’s really good for us that we won. This is a step toward achieving our aim in this competition. We want to keep winning until we reach our goal.”
The Super Falcons showed dominance and tactical efficiency throughout the encounter, with goals from Chiwendu Ihezuo and Asisat Oshoala sealing the emphatic win.
The performance was a strong statement of intent from the nine-time African champions, who are gunning for a record-extending 10th WAFCON title, a task dubbed Mission X.
Head coach Justin Madugu used the match to finalize his tactical setup and evaluate his players’ readiness.
The Falcons combined attacking flair with defensive solidity, leaving a lasting impression ahead of the tournament.
The win also provided a psychological boost for Nigeria, with Abiodun’s comments underscoring the team’s growing confidence and readiness to face any challenge in Morocco.
Ghana’s Black Queens, despite the loss, were applauded for their competitive edge and will take lessons into the tournament.
For Nigeria, the focus now turns fully to their WAFCON campaign, where they will look to maintain the momentum and fulfill their mission of continental glory as the competition begins this weekend.
