The squad features a strong blend of experience and youth, led by team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, recently out of contract with Atlético Madrid. Also included are trusted names like goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, striker Asisat Oshoala, and forward Francisca Ordega.
Full Squad Breakdown
Goalkeepers
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Chiamaka Nnadozie (ex-Paris FC)
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Tochukwu Oluehi (Shualat Alsharqia FC, Saudi Arabia)
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Rachael Unachukwu (Nasarawa Amazons)
Defenders
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Osinachi Ohale (Pachuca, Mexico)
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Shukurat Oladipo (AS Roma, Italy)
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Michelle Alozie (Houston Dash, USA)
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Ashleigh Plumptre (Ittihad Ladies, Saudi Arabia)
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Sikiratu Isah (Nasarawa Amazons)
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Oluwatosin Demehin (Galatasaray, Turkey)
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Miracle Usani (Edo Queens)
Midfielders
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Rasheedat Ajibade (ex-Atlético Madrid)
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Halimatu Ayinde (FC Rosenborg, Sweden)
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Deborah Abiodun (Dallas Trinity, USA)
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Jennifer Echegini (Paris Saint-Germain, France)
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Toni Payne (Everton, England)
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Christy Ucheibe (SL Benfica, Portugal)
Forwards
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Francisca Ordega (Ittihad Ladies, Saudi Arabia)
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Chinwendu Ihezuo (Pachuca, Mexico)
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Ifeoma Onumonu (Montpellier, France)
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Esther Okoronkwo (AFC Toronto, Canada)
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Omorinsola Babajide (Tenerife Egatesa, Spain)
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Folashade Ijamilusi (Liaoning, China)
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Chioma Okafor (University of Connecticut, USA)
Assist Oshoala (Bay FC, USA)
What’s at Stake?
Nigeria, Africa’s most decorated women’s team, are on a "Mission X" to reclaim the continental crown after losing it to South Africa in 2022. The squad announcement has already stirred excitement and debate among fans and pundits alike.
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
Does this squad have what it takes to go all the way in Morocco 2024? Let the conversation begin!