Nigeria’s Super Falcons Set to Face France’s Les Bleues in Exciting International Friendly
The Super Falcons, nine-time African champions, are gearing up for a thrilling encounter against France’s Les Bleues on November 30, 2024, at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9:30 PM local time.
Following their impressive 2-0 and 4-1 victories over Algeria’s Green Ladies in a recent friendly series, the Super Falcons are entering this game with renewed confidence. The team, led by coach Justine Madugu, has been showcasing the potential of several home-based professionals, hinting at a bright future for the side.
This friendly match holds significant importance for both teams, serving as a vital part of their preparations for upcoming tournaments. France is using this game as a stepping stone for their preparations for the League of Nations in spring 2025 and the UEFA Euro Women Championship in Switzerland during the summer of the same year.
For the Super Falcons, this encounter presents an opportunity to integrate new players into the squad and test their skills ahead of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco next summer.
This match marks only the seventh time Les Bleues will play in Angers, making it a notable occasion for French women’s football.