File: Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade
Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade has insisted that nothing less than victory will satisfy the Super Falcons when they begin the defence of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title against Malawi on Tuesday night, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Speaking at the team’s pre-match press conference in Rabat, the Atletico Madrid forward said the mood in camp was positive and the players were fully focused on making a strong start to their quest for a record-extending 11th WAFCON crown.
“The team’s spirit is high. Everyone is fully focused. We know why we’re here and we are ready to take things one step at a time. So we’re 100 per cent ready,” Ajibade said.
The Super Falcons open their Group C campaign against tournament debutants Malawi at Stade El Barid, with Zambia and Egypt also drawn in the group. While Nigeria are overwhelming favourites, Ajibade said the team would approach the Scorchers with humility and respect, praising the rapid development of women’s football across Africa.
