Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu, has invited captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and forward Asisat Oshoala in a 23-player squad for Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly matches against Senegal.
According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Nigeria Football Federation’s Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire, Madugu also recalled experienced midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene alongside forwards Francisca Ordega and Gift Monday.
The coach handed opportunities to Belarus-based forward Blessing Nkor and Turkey-based midfielder Kafayat Shittu, while home-based goalkeeper Anderline Mgbechi, defender Sikiratu Isah, Rofiat Imuran and Oluwatosin Demehin were also included in the squad.
Other notable names on the list include Halimatu Ayinde, Toni Payne, Jennifer Echegini, Christy Ucheibe, Shukurat Oladipo and Rinsola Babajide.
The Super Falcons will host Senegal’s Lionesses of Teranga in a two-match friendly series at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne, Ogun State.
The first match is scheduled for June 6, while the second will
