By Aderonke Ojo
…Falconets Set for U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in Rwanda
The Nigeria Falconets, the country’s Under-20 women’s national team, have announced their squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, which will take place in Kigali, Rwanda.
The 19-player squad, features a mix of experienced players and young talents, including:
2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Falconets’ squad to Kigali
Goalkeepers: Christiana Uzoma, Oluchi Ohaegbulem, Mary Aderemi
Defenders: Joy Igbokwe, Favour Nkwocha, Esther Inyang, Precious Oscar, Alaba Olabiyi
Midfielders:Tumininu Adeshina, Miracle Usani, Faridat Abdulwahab, Esther Ezekwugo, Folashade Adegbemile, Janet Akekoromowei
Forwards: Taiwo Afolabi, Kafayat Mafisere, Esther Moses, Ramotalahi Kareem
The Falconets are determined to make a strong impression in the qualifiers and secure a spot in the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup.