2027 WWC Playoffs: Madugu considers dropping goalkeeper Nnadozie against South Africa - Kemi Filani News
Head coach of the Super Falcons, Justine Madugu, has hinted that he could drop goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, following her error in the 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa. . .
Head coach of the Super Falcons, Justine Madugu, has hinted that he could drop goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, following her error in the 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday. Nnadozie was at fault for Maeva Nyadjou’s winning goal in the 19th minute of th match. The Brighton goalkeeper failed to deal with Nyadjou’s free-kick, pushing the ball into her own net as the Indomitable Lionesses took a lead they held until the final whistle. The defeat ended Nigeria’s hopes of claiming a record-extending 11th WAFCON title, and also denied the Super Falcons automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Madugu’s side will now turn their attention to Thursday’s play-in clash against South Africa’s Banyana Banyana. Victory over Desiree Ellis’ side would keep Nigeria’s World Cup hopes alive by securing a place in the inter-confederation playoffs. Ahead of the crucial encounter, Madugu acknowledged that he could consider other goalkeeping options in his squad, raising the possibility of Nnadozie being replaced for the showdown with South Africa. “It’s natural that when things like this happen, we have to do an overall assessment of the team,” Madugu was quoted by ESPN. “what went wrong, what we did well, where did we get it wrong. “We have to do an overall assessment and see what we can do in the shortest possible time before the next game against South Africa. “There’s nothing bad in exploring other players. ”