The International Federation of Professional Footballers (FIFPRO) has announced its readiness to assist the Super Falcons of Nigeria in getting the outstanding allowances owed to them by the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF).
This was made known in a statement issued by FIFPRO and obtained through the verified Instagram page of Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie.
According to the organization, it is unfortunate that the Super Falcons players have had to pursue the NFF for money owed to them, some of which date back to 2021.
The statement added that the organization is now making every effort within its capacity to ensure that the Super Falcons players receive their rightful payments from the NFF.
Furthermore, the organization commended the Super Falcons for moving past the controversy surrounding the payment of their owed bonuses and delivering an exceptional performance at the World Cup.
The statement reads, “Following the Nigeria women football team’s elimination from the FIFA Women’s World Cup, FIFPRO can confirm it is assisting players in a disagreement with the Nigeria Football Federation concerning bonus payments, camp allowances and expenses, some of which date back to 2021.
“During the World Cup, the players expressed the desire to remain focused on their performance without making public statements or facing other distractions.
“However, the Super Falcons believe that it is now time for the Nigeria Football Federation to honour their commitments and pay the outstanding amounts. The team is extremely frustrated that they have had to pursue the Nigeria Football Federation for these payments before and during the tournament and may have to continue doing so afterwards. It is regrettable that players needed to challenge their own federation at such an important time in their careers.
“FIFPRO will continue to work with the players to ensure their contractual rights are honoured and the outstanding payments are settled.”
This comes a few days after Arsenal legend and pundit Ian Wright took to social media to call out the NFF to pay the Super Falcons amidst their dispute.