By Ogungbayi Adeyemi S. | adeyemi@ddnewsonline.com
Editor, DDNews |
Abuja, Nigeria – September 8, 2026
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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is expected to announce a new Super Falcons head coach in Abuja today as preparations intensify for next month’s 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers against Comoros.
The coaching change follows the dismissal of Justine Madugu after Nigeria’s disappointing campaign at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where the Super Falcons failed to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time in the tournament’s history.
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Sources within Nigeria’s football administration indicate that the announcement is expected in Abuja, although it remains unclear whether the federation will hold a formal unveiling ceremony.
A senior source at the National Sports Commission (NSC) told reporters that the appointment has become urgent because of the team’s upcoming international commitments.
“You know we have an important Olympic qualifier, so we need a new coach, who will be announced any moment now,” the source said.
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Another source added that while the NSC is overseeing the transition process, the official announcement is expected shortly.
“The NSC is in charge, and I am not sure if there will be an unveiling, but an announcement is imminent,” the source added.
The new coach’s first assignment will be preparing the Super Falcons for a two-legged 2028 Olympic Games qualifier against Comoros.
Both fixtures are scheduled to take place at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State. The first leg is set for October 9, with the second leg scheduled for October 13.
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Hosting both matches at the same venue gives Nigeria home advantage throughout the tie as the Super Falcons begin their journey towards qualification for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
The appointment of a new head coach is expected to mark a fresh start for the Super Falcons as they look to bounce back from their recent setbacks on the continental stage.
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