Nigeria’s players say they won’t boycott their World Cup opener as the dispute with their federation over being paid tournament bonuses continues.
The Super Falcons face Canada in Melbourne on Friday (21st July), with matches to follow against co host Australia and Ireland in Group B.
Ranked 40th in the world, Nigeria have been to all nine editions of the Women’s World Cup but will need some surprising results to reach the knockout stage for the third time in team history.
Led by coach Randy Waldrum, an American who is currently the head coach of Pittsburgh’s women’s team, Nigeria gained confidence with wins over Costa Rica, Haiti and New Zealand in their last three matches.
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