Analyst: Falcons Deliver Results Despite Lack of Privileges Enjoyed by Eagles
Analyst: Falcons Deliver Results Despite Lack of Privileges Enjoyed by Eagles
The Super Falcons clinched their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title last Saturday, overcoming immense pressure to secure the historic win.
Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Monday, sports analyst Cecelia Omorogbe highlighted the disparity in treatment between Nigeria’s male and female national teams. She praised the Falcons for their determination to succeed despite lacking many of the privileges afforded to the Super Eagles.
“What the men need is resilience,” she said. “They have everything at their disposal. These girls don’t—but they still show up. They’re not chasing relevance; they play to prove their worth. The women deserve support before they win, not just after the victory.”
The Super Falcons sealed their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title under intense pressure last Saturday, completing what the team and staff had called “Mission X”, their goal of reaching a decade of African championships.
Omorogbe, Channels TV’s sports correspondent who covered the tournament in Casablanca, Morocco, described the team’s performance as commendable and one that was a product of hunger, resilience, and unity.
She praised head coach Justine Pwanidi Madugu for his tactical discipline and ability to make timely changes throughout the tournament
Asked to identify her player of the match, Omorogbe instead credited every player who contributed to the team’s performance.
“Every girl who played had a crucial role. The synergy and hunger to win were visible,” she said.
Cecelia Omorogbe commended Rasheedat Ajibade for her exemplary leadership both on and off the field, describing her as the standout player of the tournament. She also applauded Asisat Oshoala for her maturity and selflessness, noting, “This is someone who allowed others to shine.”
Omorogbe further praised Esther Okoronkwo for delivering in key moments during the competition and highlighted the team’s collective unity, even when facing hostility throughout the tournament. “These girls embody resilience and hunger,” she said, referring to the challenges they overcame against both the host nation and other competitors.
She expressed confidence in the team’s future, pointing out that many of the current players are likely to remain in the national squad through the next WAFCON and possibly the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Calling attention to broader issues, Omorogbe emphasized the need for intentional investment in women’s football in Nigeria. “We want to see activations,” she said, urging the Presidency to recognise the players with tangible rewards such as monetary bonuses or land allocations.
