House Committee on Sports applauds Super Falcons’ qualification for WAFCON quarterfinals

The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has congratulated the Super Falcons for becoming the first team to qualify for the quarterfinals of the ongoing 2025 African Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

The nine-time African champions began their Group B campaign with a dominant 3-0 victory over Tunisia and followed it up with a hard-fought 1-0 win against Botswana on Thursday, securing maximum points from their opening two matches.

Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, expressed confidence in the team’s ability to reclaim the WAFCON title they last won in 2018. He described the squad as focused and capable of delivering Nigeria’s tenth continental title.

“Winning their first two matches in dominant fashion shows their seriousness and capability. The Super Falcons are clearly focused on reclaiming their crown,” said Amadu, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency.

He emphasized the nation’s collective support for the team, stating that the Federal Government, National Sports Commission, Nigeria Football Federation, and millions of Nigerians are united behind the Super Falcons.

The team is set to face Algeria in their final Group B fixture on Sunday, July 13. Nigeria will learn the identity of their quarterfinal opponent after the remaining group matches conclude, with knockout fixtures set for Friday and Saturday.

Hon. Amadu concluded by praising the depth and quality of the squad, expressing optimism that the current team can restore Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.