Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has stated that the team is focused on achieving a win against Botswana. Madugu’s squad kicked off their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 3-0 win over Tunisia on Sunday, thanks to goals from Asisat Oshoala, Omorinsola Babajide, and Chiwendu Ihezuo. Another victory against Botswana will ensure that the former champions advance to the quarter-finals. Previously, Nigeria defeated Botswana 2-0 in the group stage at Stade Prince Moulay El Hassan during the last tournament, with Ifeoma Onumonu scoring first and Christy Ucheibe adding a second goal in the second half. Additionally, there are insights suggesting that Botswana aims to capitalize on any mistakes made by the Super Falcons, according to Malete. Madugu expressed that defeating Alex Malete’s team is achievable. “As mentioned prior to the tournament’s start, we are committed to our Mission X and have confidence that winning against Botswana is highly feasible,” he stated to thenff. “We are focusing on each match individually and not underestimating any opponent.” Power in Layers. On Thursday, the opposition will face several new challenges as players like Esther Okoronkwo, who was named Woman of the Match against Tunisia, Jennifer Echegini, Babajide, and Ihezuo are expected to create issues up front. They will be joined by familiar faces such as Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Asisat Oshoala, and Toni Payne. Justine Madugu might choose to start with Ucheibe, Halimatu Ayinde, and Jennifer Echegini in the midfield to support Ajibade, Payne, and either Oshoala or Ihezuo on the attack. In goal, Chiamaka Nnadozie will remain a formidable presence, while Osinachi Ohale will offer leadership to Tosin Demehin, Michelle Alozie, and Ashley Plumptre in defense. – By Adeboye Amosu