Falcons ready for quarter-final — Babajide

The Nigerian Super Falcons are poised for a critical Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash against Cameroon, with a coveted spot in the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup also up for grabs. The match is scheduled for Sunday at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca.

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We are very excited to face Cameroon. We have played against them a couple of times before; we know their strengths, we are prepared, and ready to face them.

Forward Rinsola Babajide emphasized the team's readiness and the significance of the encounter. "We are very excited to face Cameroon. We have played against them a couple of times before; we know their strengths, we are prepared, and ready to face them," Babajide stated. She further described the fixture as the most important game of her career, highlighting the World Cup as the ultimate stage for any player.

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I would say it is the biggest game of my career because the World Cup is the biggest thing, and everyone wants to play at the World Cup.

Nigeria, seeking a record-extending 11th WAFCON title, recovered from a slow start to finish second in their group. Cameroon, meanwhile, topped their group undefeated. The Super Falcons understand the high stakes, as victory not only propels them into the WAFCON semi-finals but also guarantees their qualification for the global tournament in Brazil. "The goal remains the same. Whether it is defending our title or qualifying for the World Cup, we want to win and make Nigeria proud," Babajide added.

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We know why we are here; we need to get the ticket to the World Cup. We are focused and ready for the task ahead. The goal remains the same. Whether it is defending our title or qualifying for the World Cup, we want to win and make Nigeria proud.