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BREAKING: Super Falcons Cash In ₦195 Million Despite Quarterfinal Heartbreak
The nine-time African champions are set to receive $150,000 (approximately ₦195 million) for reaching the last eight
August 10, 2026
62d agoNigeria’s Super Falcons may have seen their hopes of lifting the title come to an end at the quarterfinal stage, but the team will not leave the tournament empty-handed. The nine-time African champions are set to receive $150,000 (approximately ₦195 million) for reaching the last eight.
The prize money provides some consolation following the Falcons’ disappointing exit from the competition. Despite falling short of their ultimate goal, the Nigerian women battled through the tournament and secured their place among the continent’s best teams.
The Super Falcons remain one of Africa’s most decorated women’s football teams, and their presence in the knockout stages once again underlines their pedigree on the continental stage. Their journey may have ended earlier than hoped, but the players can still take pride in representing Nigeria with determination.
For the players and coaching staff, the financial reward will serve as recognition for reaching the quarterfinals, while the experience gained from the tournament could prove valuable going forward. The focus will now shift toward rebuilding and preparing for the next challenge.
Big congratulations to the Super Falcons! 🇳🇬The result may not have been what Nigerian fans wanted, but the girls fought for the badge and will return home with ₦195 million in prize money and plenty of lessons from their campaign.
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