Falconets head Coach Moses Aduku has declared Falconets’ readiness for their opening match against Spain at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland.
Nigeria begin their Group F campaign against the Spaniards at Arena Sosnowiec on Monday, September 7.
Aduku expressed satisfaction with the team’s preparations following their friendly against Korea Republic, although he felt the Falconets could have made better use of their scoring opportunities.
‘For me, the game was so good. We lost one or two scoring chances to win the game, but all the same, I respect the Korean team. They are also a good side,’ Aduku said.
With the warm-up matches completed, the coach said all attention has now shifted to Spain.
‘Yes, we are ready. That’s why we are in Poland. We are here to take one game at a time, and we have no other game but to play against Spain. So, we are ready.’
Aduku also confirmed that his squad is free of injury concerns ahead of the opener.
‘So far, so good. We are done with our friendly games, and for me, we are good. There are no injury worries, and my girls are ready. Therefore, we’re waiting for the 7th against Spain.’
Nigeria will be hoping for a different outcome from the last U-20 World Cup meeting between the countries. Spain defeated the Falconets 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the 2018 tournament in France.