Super Falcons Interim Head Coach Augustine Eguavoen has named his starting XI for Nigeria’s first-leg encounter against Comoros in the second round of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games qualifiers, with midfielder Joy Igbokwe set to make her debut for the senior women’s national team.

Igbokwe earns a place in the starting lineup as Nigeria begin their campaign to secure a place at the women’s football tournament at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

Captain Rasheedat Ajibade leads the team, with goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie starting between the posts. The defensive lineup includes Glory Ogbonna, Antionette Payne, Christy Ucheibe and Shukurat Oladipo.

In midfield, Jennifer Echegini and Joy Igbokwe are named alongside captain Ajibade, while Uchenna Kanu, Gift Monday and Michelle Alozie provide the attacking options.

The Super Falcons’ starting XI is made up of Chiamaka Nnadozie, Glory Ogbonna, Antionette Payne, Christy Ucheibe, Jennifer Echegini, Uchenna Kanu, Joy Igbokwe, Rasheedat Ajibade, Shukurat Oladipo, Gift Monday and Michelle Alozie.

Nigeria will have 12 players available on the substitutes’ bench, including goalkeepers Comfort Erhabor and Christiana Uzoma, alongside Blessing Nkor, Glory Edet, Favour Omenazu, Suliat Abideen, Janet Akekoromowei, Folashade Ijamilusi, Valentina Uroko, Joy Omewa, Tumininu Adeshina and Shakirat Moshood.

The fixture herald an important step in Nigeria’s bid to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games, with Eguavoen trusting a blend of established internationals and emerging talent for the opening leg.

The first leg is scheduled to take place at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State, as Nigeria look to establish an advantage before the return fixture.