September 27, (THEWILL) – The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has announced the selection of Chris Danjuma to lead the charge as the head coach of the National Women’s Under-20 team, commonly known as The Falconets. This appointment comes as a significant development in the realm of women’s football for Nigeria.
Alongside Danjuma, the coaching staff includes the esteemed Mansur Abdullahi and former Nigerian Super Falcons midfielder, Effioanwan Ekpo, who will be serving as key figures in nurturing the talent of young female footballers. Furthermore, Yahaya Audu returns to take up the role of goalkeeper coach, adding depth and expertise to the coaching lineup.
The decision to appoint Chris Danjuma underscores the NFF’s commitment to fostering the growth and development of women’s football in Nigeria. Danjuma, with his wealth of experience and deep-rooted passion for the sport, is poised to lead the Falconets to new heights. His appointment is a testament to the NFF’s drive to nurture a new generation of talent that can excel on the continental and international stages.
Assisting Danjuma in this pivotal role are Abdullahi and Ekpo, both of whom bring their own unique insights and experiences to the team. The inclusion of Yahaya Audu, an established personality in the field of goalkeeping, is expected to further strengthen the squad’s defensive capabilities.
As preparations commence, all eyes are on this coaching quartet as they embark on the journey to mould The Falconets into a formidable force in women’s football.
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