Super Falcons squad grows as Ucheibe, Ordega arrive for Senegal friendly

The Super Falcons' camp in Ikenne, Ogun State, has seen a significant increase in player numbers with the arrival of Benfica midfielder Christy Ucheibe and Al-Ittihad forward Francisca Ordega. The duo arrived on Wednesday morning, joining Glory Ogbonna, Blessing Nkor, Comfort Erhabor, and Sikiratu Isah, as the team intensifies preparations for upcoming friendly matches.

According to the team's media officer, eight players had already arrived on Tuesday evening, including Joy Omewa, Tosin Demehin, Toni Payne, Blessing Ilivieda, Folashade Ijamilusi, Anderline Mgbechi, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene, and Omorinsola Babajide. These players joined the initial arrivals, such as Shukurat Oladipo, Kafayat Shittu, and six-time CAF Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala, bringing the total number of players currently in camp to 17.

The Super Falcons are scheduled to face Senegal in two-legged friendly matches on Friday and Monday at the Remo Stars Sports Complex. These encounters are crucial components of Nigeria's preparation strategy for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament, which is set to take place in Morocco in July. The team aims to secure a record-extending 11th WAFCON title and qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.

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Joy Omewa, Tosin Demehin, Toni Payne, Blessing Ilivieda, Folashade Ijamilusi, Anderline Mgbechi, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene and Omorinsola Babajide.