The Super Falcons are gearing up for a crucial friendly match against Canada as they intensify their preparations for the 2024 Olympic Games.
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This encounter is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, in Sevilla, Spain, and forms a key part of their two-week training camp ahead of the global competition.
Randy Waldrum’s squad is aiming to build on their strong performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where they held the reigning Olympic champions, Canada, to a 0-0 draw in a closely contested match in Australia and New Zealand. The upcoming friendly in Sevilla offers the Super Falcons an opportunity to fine-tune their strategies and gauge their readiness against a top-tier team.
In the Olympic draw, the Super Falcons find themselves in a challenging Group A, facing formidable opponents including world champions Spain, as well as Japan and Brazil. Their campaign kicks off against Brazil at the Stade Bordeaux on July 25. Following this, they will confront Spain on July 28 and Japan on July 31, with both matches slated to take place at the Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes. This venue holds historic significance for Nigerian football, as it was here that the Super Eagles famously defeated Spain 3-2 in a thrilling encounter during the 1998 FIFA World Cup.
Canada, on the other hand, will compete in Group B against hosts France, Colombia, and New Zealand. Both teams will use the friendly as a critical benchmark to assess their preparations and make necessary adjustments ahead of their Olympic campaigns.
As the Super Falcons head into these preparatory stages, the focus will be on refining their tactics, building team cohesion, and gaining valuable match experience. The friendly against Canada provides an ideal platform for Waldrum’s side to test their mettle against one of the world’s best teams and to set a positive tone for their Olympic journey.
