The Nigeria Under-20 women’s national team, popularly known as the Falconets, will reassemble in April to begin their final preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying showdown. Head coach Moses Aduku aims to maintain the team’s momentum following their decisive 3-1 aggregate victory over Senegal in the previous round. The Falconets expect to open their training camp during the first week of April, focusing on the tactical discipline required to secure one of Africa’s four tickets to the global tournament in Poland.
Standing between Nigeria and a World Cup berth is a resurgent Malawi side that advanced to this final stage in dominant fashion. The “Junior Scorchers” secured their place in the fourth round by thrashing Guinea-Bissau with a 6-2 aggregate scoreline, proving they possess the offensive firepower to challenge the continental giants. Recent reports from BSN Sports confirm that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has aligned with the coaching staff to ensure the players receive optimal support during this crucial month of preparation.
The first leg of this high-stakes encounter will take place on Nigerian soil between May 1 and May 3, 2026. The Falconets will look to establish a significant advantage at home before traveling to Blantyre for the return fixture, which officials have scheduled for the weekend of May 8–10. With the 2026 World Cup set to expand to 24 teams, the pressure remains high for the two-time silver medalists to preserve their perfect record of qualifying for every edition of the tournament since its inception.
“Moses Aduku’s side defeated Senegal 3-1 on aggregate in the third qualifying round. Malawi progressed 6-2 on aggregate against Guinea-Bissau,” the statistical summary noted as both teams prepare for the May clash.
Success in this aggregate tie will guarantee the winner a spot in the 12th edition of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, which runs from September 5 to September 27, 2026, in Poland. As the Falconets eye their twelfth consecutive world appearance, the upcoming April camp represents the foundation of their Polish dreams. Supporters across the country anticipate a strong showing from the youth side, who continue to serve as a vital pipeline for the senior Super Falcons squad.
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