France vs Nigeria: Star-Studded Super Falcons Friendly Set for November 30
As preparations intensify for major international tournaments, the French Football Federation has unveiled a formidable 30-player squad for their upcoming friendlies against Nigeria and Spain. The first match, against Nigeria’s Super Falcons, will take place on November 30 at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France.
This highly anticipated clash offers both teams an opportunity to test their mettle. For France, it serves as a tune-up for the UEFA Women’s Nations League and the 2025 UEFA Women’s Championship. Nigeria, still rebuilding under interim coach Justin Madugu after a disappointing Olympic campaign, views the match as a crucial step towards regaining continental dominance ahead of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Key Players and Familiar Faces
France’s squad boasts stars from top European clubs like Juventus, Real Madrid, PSG, and Chelsea. Leading the charge are experienced players such as Wendie Renard (Olympique Lyonnais), Kadidiatou Diani (Olympique Lyonnais), and Eugénie Le Sommer (Olympique Lyonnais).
Several players from both sides will face off against their club teammates. Nigeria’s goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie will meet her Paris FC colleagues Lou Valérie Bogaert and Clara Matéo, while Jennifer Echegini is set to encounter eight PSG teammates, including Élisa De Almeida and Griedge Mbock Bathy. Ifeoma Onumonu may also test her Montpellier teammate Justine Lerond in goal.
France will be guided by interim coach Laurent Bonadei, who stepped in after Hervé Renard’s departure.
France’s Full Squad for the Friendlies
Goalkeepers
Justine Lerond (Montpellier)
Pauline Peyraud-Magnin (Juventus)
Constance Picaud (Fleury)
Marie-Morgane Sieber (Guingamp)
Defenders
Selma Bacha (Olympique Lyonnais)
Lou Valérie Bogaert (Paris FC)
Estelle Cascarino (Juventus)
Élisa De Almeida (PSG)
Maëlle Lakrar (Real Madrid Femenino)
Jade Le Guilly (PSG)
Griedge Mbock Bathy (PSG)
Wendie Renard (captain, Olympique Lyonnais)
Thiniba Samoura (PSG)
Alice Sombath (Olympique Lyonnais)
Midfielders
Kenza Dali (Aston Villa)
Grace Geyoro (PSG)
Sandy Baltimore (Chelsea)
Oriane Jean-François (Chelsea)
Margaux Le Mouël (Paris FC)
Sakina Karchaoui (PSG)
Amel Majri (Olympique Lyonnais)
Sandie Toletti (Real Madrid Femenino)
Attackers
Vicki Bècho Desbonne (Olympique Lyonnais)
Delphine Cascarino (San Diego Wave)
Kadidiatou Diani (Olympique Lyonnais)
Clara Matéo (Paris FC)
Melvine Malard (Manchester United WFC)
Eugénie Le Sommer (Olympique Lyonnais)
Marie-Antoinette Katoto (PSG)
Naomie Feller (Real Madrid Femenino)
The Bigger Picture
The match promises an exciting showdown, with France showcasing their depth of talent and Nigeria aiming to fine-tune their squad. As of now, the Super Falcons’ squad is yet to be announced, but fans anticipate a mix of experienced players and rising stars.
This friendly will also highlight how interim coaches on both sides navigate their teams through transition periods while keeping an eye on future competitions.
As preparations intensify for major international tournaments, the French Football Federation has unveiled a formidable 30-player squad for their upcoming friendlies against Nigeria and Spain. The first match, against Nigeria’s Super Falcons, will take place on November 30 at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France.
This highly anticipated clash offers both teams an opportunity to test their mettle. For France, it serves as a tune-up for the UEFA Women’s Nations League and the 2025 UEFA Women’s Championship. Nigeria, still rebuilding under interim coach Justin Madugu after a disappointing Olympic campaign, views the match as a crucial step towards regaining continental dominance ahead of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Key Players and Familiar Faces
France’s squad boasts stars from top European clubs like Juventus, Real Madrid, PSG, and Chelsea. Leading the charge are experienced players such as Wendie Renard (Olympique Lyonnais), Kadidiatou Diani (Olympique Lyonnais), and Eugénie Le Sommer (Olympique Lyonnais).
Several players from both sides will face off against their club teammates. Nigeria’s goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie will meet her Paris FC colleagues Lou Valérie Bogaert and Clara Matéo, while Jennifer Echegini is set to encounter eight PSG teammates, including Élisa De Almeida and Griedge Mbock Bathy. Ifeoma Onumonu may also test her Montpellier teammate Justine Lerond in goal.
France will be guided by interim coach Laurent Bonadei, who stepped in after Hervé Renard’s departure.
France’s Full Squad for the Friendlies
Goalkeepers
Justine Lerond (Montpellier)
Pauline Peyraud-Magnin (Juventus)
Constance Picaud (Fleury)
Marie-Morgane Sieber (Guingamp)
Defenders
Selma Bacha (Olympique Lyonnais)
Lou Valérie Bogaert (Paris FC)
Estelle Cascarino (Juventus)
Élisa De Almeida (PSG)
Maëlle Lakrar (Real Madrid Femenino)
Jade Le Guilly (PSG)
Griedge Mbock Bathy (PSG)
Wendie Renard (captain, Olympique Lyonnais)
Thiniba Samoura (PSG)
Alice Sombath (Olympique Lyonnais)
Midfielders
Kenza Dali (Aston Villa)
Grace Geyoro (PSG)
Sandy Baltimore (Chelsea)
Oriane Jean-François (Chelsea)
Margaux Le Mouël (Paris FC)
Sakina Karchaoui (PSG)
Amel Majri (Olympique Lyonnais)
Sandie Toletti (Real Madrid Femenino)
Attackers
Vicki Bècho Desbonne (Olympique Lyonnais)
Delphine Cascarino (San Diego Wave)
Kadidiatou Diani (Olympique Lyonnais)
Clara Matéo (Paris FC)
Melvine Malard (Manchester United WFC)
Eugénie Le Sommer (Olympique Lyonnais)
Marie-Antoinette Katoto (PSG)
Naomie Feller (Real Madrid Femenino)
The Bigger Picture
The match promises an exciting showdown, with France showcasing their depth of talent and Nigeria aiming to fine-tune their squad. As of now, the Super Falcons’ squad is yet to be announced, but fans anticipate a mix of experienced players and rising stars.
This friendly will also highlight how interim coaches on both sides navigate their teams through transition periods while keeping an eye on future competitions.
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