The Zambian women’s national team is determined to make history as they face Nigeria’s Super Falcons in a much-anticipated rematch — a fixture loaded with both pride and redemption.
The clash rekindles memories of their narrow 1-0 defeat to Nigeria in the third-place playoff of the 2022 tournament. This time, the Copper Queens are aiming to rewrite the script and secure their first-ever victory over the Falcons in the competition’s history.
As both teams gear up for a high-stakes encounter, here are the confirmed starting lineups:
Nigeria Starting XI:
Chiamaka Nnadozie, Osinachi Ohale, Ashleigh Plumptre, Rofiat Imuran Okoronkwo, Jennifer Echegini, Tosin Demehin, Rasheedat Ajibade, Halimatu Ayinde, Desire Oparanozie Ihezuo, Deborah Ijamilusi, Michelle Alozie.
Zambia Starting XI:
Catherine Musole, Lushomo Mweemba, Agnes Wilombe, Margaret Belemu, Grace Chanda, Barbra Banda, Avell Chitundu Lungu, Racheal Kundananji, Hellen Nachula, Ireen Maluba, Mary Chilufya.
The Super Falcons, Africa’s most decorated women’s football team, will be looking to assert their dominance once again. However, the Zambians believe this is their moment to shine and upset the continental giants.
