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2026 WAFCON: Super Falcons set for Cape Verde friendlies in Ikenne

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will take on Cape Verde in two international friendly matches at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, as part of preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

The Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, has been selected as the venue for two international friendly matches between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and the Cape Verde women’s national team.

The double-header fixtures are scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, and Saturday, April 18, 2026, with both teams aiming to fine-tune their squads ahead of the continental tournament.

The Super Falcons, who are Africa’s most successful women’s football team, will be looking to use the friendlies to test their squad, improve team chemistry and give opportunities to both experienced players and new talents.

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Historically, the Super Falcons have enjoyed a strong record against Cape Verde. During the 2023 WAFCON qualifiers, Nigeria secured a 2-1 away victory before recording a dominant 5-0 win at home.

During the 2023 WAFCON qualifiers, the Super Falcons defeated Cape Verde 2-1 in the first leg played away from home. They followed it up with an impressive 5-0 victory in the return leg on home soil, showing their dominance.

The team is expected to begin camping in Abuja this weekend before moving to Ikenne for the fixtures, with fans in Ogun State and surrounding areas anticipated to turn out in large numbers.

Sporting Tribune

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