Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team head coach Moses Aduku has expressed strong confidence that his side will achieve a significant victory when they face Malawi in the first leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier. The match is scheduled for Saturday at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, kicking off at 4 PM local time.
The Falconets advanced to this round after eliminating Senegal with a 3-1 aggregate scoreline. Malawi, on the other hand, secured their place by defeating Guinea Bissau 6-2 over two legs. The winner of this two-legged tie will earn a spot in the 2026 World Cup, which Poland will host in September.
During a press conference in Ikenne, Aduku stated that his team is fully prepared to counter Malawi’s strengths while exploiting their weaknesses. He emphasized that his players are determined to make the second leg a mere formality by establishing a commanding lead at home. Aduku remarked, “Every game is different. Yes, they scored six in their last match, but we have studied them and know how to neutralize their threat. We are aiming for a big win.”
The Falcons have been training intensively in Ikenne ahead of this crucial encounter, with the coaching staff focusing on tactical discipline and offensive efficiency. Aduku called on fans to rally behind the team as they pursue a World Cup berth.