Plans for a high-profile international exhibition series have been thrown into disarray following Cape Verde’s unexpected withdrawal from their scheduled double-header against Nigeria’s Super Falcons. The two fixtures, which were prominently slated for Wednesday, April 15, and Saturday, April 18, at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, will no longer proceed as originally organized.
In the wake of this cancellation, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has reportedly entered an intensive search to secure alternative opposition for the nine-time African champions. However, the proximity of the scheduled dates presents a significant logistical challenge, as the governing body faces a race against time to finalize a late replacement that meets the necessary competitive standards.
The cancellation arrives at a critical juncture for the national team’s technical program. The Super Falcons were already prepared to assemble in Abuja this coming weekend to begin a focused training camp. These matches are viewed as a vital component of the squad’s strategic roadmap leading up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, currently scheduled for July.
Under the guidance of Justine Madugu, the team has been seeking consistent, high-level match practice to build on their recent outings. During the previous international window, the Falcons engaged in a rigorous two-match series against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. The sudden absence of the Cape Verdean side leaves a void in the team’s preparation schedule that the NFF is desperate to fill to ensure the players maintain their competitive edge ahead of the continental showpiece.
