Reigning African champions Nigeria women's national football team will aim to bounce back when they face the Cameroon women's national football team in the second of their two pre-WAFCON international friendlies on Tuesday at the Military Stadium in Yaounde, NigeriaSoccernet.com gathered.
The Super Falcons fell to a narrow 1–0 defeat in Saturday’s first meeting, conceding deep into stoppage time in what many observers considered a timely wake-up call ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Cameroon, who are drawn in Group D alongside Ghana, Mali, and Cape Verde, sealed victory through a late long-range effort from Yvana Mbomezomo, whose strike beat debutant goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor.
Despite conceding, Erhabor delivered an encouraging performance on her international debut, showing composure and confidence throughout the contest.
Head Coach Justin Madugu introduced several second-half substitutes in search of an equaliser, including Joy Omewa, Precious Christopher, Folashade Ijamilusi, Esther Onyenezide, and Michelle Alozie. However, Cameroon goalkeeper Ange Bawou produced a standout display to keep the Falcons at bay.
Tuesday’s fixture wraps up the two-match arrangement between both football federations as preparations intensify for the continental finals. Madugu is expected to tweak his tactics and possibly rotate his squad in pursuit of a stronger showing.
First-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie could return to the starting lineup, while Alozie may feature from the outset alongside defenders Oluwatosin Demehin, Osinachi Ohale, and Glory Ogbonna.
In midfield, options remain plentiful with Onyenezide, Christopher, Christy Ucheibe, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene, and Jennifer Echegini all available for selection.
Upfront, captain Rasheedat Ajibade is expected to spearhead the attack, supported by Gift Monday, Rinsola Babajide, Chinwendu Ihezuo, and Ijamilusi.
With the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations fast approaching, the Falcons will see Tuesday’s encounter as a vital opportunity to sharpen their preparations and restore confidence before the tournament kicks off.