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The Digest:

Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu has declared his team will pursue a large victory against the Benin Republic in their WAFCON 2026 qualifier. According to Complete Sports, the defending champions aim to secure a commanding first-leg lead in Lomé on Friday to make the return leg in Abeokuta a mere formality, despite the absence of key player Jennifer Echegini.

Key Points:
  • Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu is targeting a big win against the Benin Republic.
  • The first leg of the WAFCON 2026 qualifier will be played in Lomé, Benin.
  • Madugu aims for a decisive result to make the return leg in Abeokuta a formality.
  • The team will be without injured key midfielder Jennifer Echegini.
  • The coach expressed confidence in his squad's ability to deliver a proud performance.
  • The reverse fixture is scheduled for the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta.
  • Nigeria is the defending champion of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
This assertive strategy underscores the team's ambition to not just qualify, but to dominate, asserting their status as continental giants from the very first whistle of the qualifying campaign.

Sources: Complete Sports