The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has apologised to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Nigerians following the Super Falcons’ failure to secure automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, in a statement issued on behalf of the federation’s Executive Committee and the Super Falcons, expressed regret over the quarter-final defeat and acknowledged the disappointment it caused supporters across the country.
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“We recognise the disappointment this result has caused millions of Nigerians who passionately support and identify with the Super Falcons,” Gusau said.
“The team went into the competition carrying the hopes of the nation and the enormous goodwill and support of the Federal Government, and we regret that we were unable to deliver the result expected at this stage.”
NFF apologises to President Tinubu
The federation issued a special apology to President Tinubu, highlighting his support for Nigerian sports and women athletes.
“Mr President has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to Nigerian sports and, particularly, to the development and welfare of women in sports,” the statement said.
The NFF recalled the substantial rewards, national honours, houses and reception given to the Super Falcons following their previous WAFCON triumph, alongside the Federal Government’s continued support for the Super Eagles….
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