The Super Falcons of Nigeria have suffered an unexpected setback in their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after their highly anticipated pre-tournament friendly against Ghana’s Black Queens was cancelled.
The international friendly, popularly dubbed the “Jollof Derby”, had been scheduled for Saturday, 18 July, at the Stade El Arbi Zaouli in Casablanca and was expected to provide head coach Justine Madugu with a crucial final test ahead of the continental championship.
However, the Super Falcons confirmed on Friday evening that the fixture would no longer take place.
In a statement posted on the team’s official X account, the Nigeria Football Federation announced the match was called off due to unforeseen circumstances.
“The friendly match between the Super Falcons and the Black Queens planned for Saturday, 18 July 2026, in Casablanca is off due to unforeseen circumstances.”
