Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has confidently declared that the Benin Republic cannot stop the team from qualifying for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The defending champions are set to face the Amazons in the first leg of the final qualifying round today at the Stade de Kégué, Lome.
Nnadozie stated that the Super Falcons are mentally and physically ready for the match. The Brighton shot stopper told a press conference in Lome on Thursday that the team spirit is very high. “From the day we knew we were going to face Benin Republic, we’ve been communicating on how we can defeat them. We are mentally and physically prepared,” she said.
She added that with the European season currently underway, the Nigerian players have been performing well for their clubs, providing confidence to go into the game and secure the win.
Regarding their opponent, who defeated Sierra Leone 5-2 in the previous round, Nnadozie maintained that the Nigerian team is unbothered by the quality of the Amazons.
“To be honest, we don’t care about who we play, we respect all the players. They are a good team, but the only focus is on my team,” she claimed. Nnadozie dismissed external factors, saying: “Football is a game of luck, it doesn’t matter who is playing. But even if they bring all of their best players, we don’t care. That’s on them, not on us.”
Nnadozie also offered a big thank you to the Nigerian fans for their unwavering support. She acknowledged that the fans have been amazing and supportive, traveling to support the team and giving them everything.
“The only way we can pay them back is to keep winning,” Nnadozie stated, noting the fans have been “very calm, positive, motivating us to get the result since this game was announced.” She concluded by urging them to “keep supporting us, keep praying for us, and we will do what we know how to do best to make them happy.”
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