Why Super Falcons Have Not Performed To World Cup Standard - Madugu

Why Super Falcons Have Not Performed To World Cup Standard - Madugu

By Niyi Busari

Super Falcons interim Head Coach, Justin Madugu has explained why the team have not played to the standard of their performance at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Following their spectacular performance, the nine-time African champions were rated 10th best team at the World Cup.

The Super Falcons had an impressive performance at the World Cup, playing four games. They started with a goalless draw against Canada, then surprised Australia with a 3-2 victory. Another goalless draw followed against the Republic of Ireland.

In the round of 16, they proved to be a tough opponent for the Lionesses, holding them to a goalless draw after 120 minutes of play. Unfortunately, they lost in a penalty shootout

Reacting to why they have not performed to the standard, Justin Madugu said "Since we came back from World Cup, we have not been able to get half of the squad together in our matches and you know to blend together will take time. He told journalists during the pre-match conference in Abuja.