By DEBORAH ENWEREM

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been commended by Nigerians, mostly football fans, after they appeared in coordinated traditional attire for their official 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) photoshoot.

The ten-time African champions shared photographs of the squad dressed in matching green-and-white traditional outfits inspired by Nigerian fabrics and styles on their official Instagram page.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the photoshoot not only provided official media images for the team but also projected Nigeria’s cultural identity to an international audience.

NAN reports that the images highlighted the role of sports in promoting fashion, cultural heritage and national pride.

The photographs attracted thousands of reactions on social media, with supporters praising the players for embracing indigenous fashion ahead of the continental championship.

An Instagram user, @guchiamah, described the players’ appearance as a reflection of champions.

“Drip check WAFCON big aunty vibes because 10 times they’ve proven themselves, the best in the game.”

Lifestyle brand @diah_interiors also expressed support for the team, commenting:

“Let’s go queens… we are solidly rooting for you all.”

Similarly, @udoka_unachukwu simply wrote:

“Let’s go Queens”

Another supporter, @_p_r_e_s_h_y, celebrated the players with the words:

“My women!!! ”

@abazwhyllzz wrote, “Drip, confidence and ready for the mission,” while @sonofthesoil___ urged Nigerians to, “Let’s rally behind the Super Falcons!” as the team prepares for the tournament.

Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie, who also shared photographs from the session on Instagram, wrote: “Naija no dey carry last.”

NAN reports that the team’s cultural display comes amid growing global recognition of Nigerian fashion, with traditional fabrics increasingly featured at international fashion shows, sporting events and cultural exhibitions.

The Super Falcons’ choice of attire has been widely seen as another platform to showcase Nigeria’s creativity, diversity and cultural heritage beyond the football pitch.

The players are expected to carry the same confidence into their 2026 WAFCON campaign as they seek another successful outing on the continent.” (NAN)

•PHOTO: Super Falcons appearing in coordinated traditional attire for their official 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) photoshoot

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