The players of the Nigerian team, eighth finalist of the World Cup, demand that their federation “honor its commitments” and pay them bonuses and unpaid expenses, in a press release from the players’ union, Fifpro, on Tuesday. “The Super Falcons believe that now is the time for the Nigerian Football Association to honor its commitments and pay the amounts due,” the statement said.
Eliminated on Monday by England, the “Super Falcons” waited until the end of their World Cup to resume the battle between them and their leaders. After threatening to boycott the first match of the World Cup on July 21 against Canada, they agreed to put their demands on hold to focus on the tournament.
Supported by Fifpro, the players resumed their crusade on Tuesday, demanding payment of bonuses, training allowances and expenses, some of which date back to 2021. for these payments before and during the tournament and may have to continue to do so thereafter. It is regrettable that the players had to challenge their own federation at such an important moment in their careers”, can we read in the press release provided by Fifpro.
Nigeria have participated in every Women’s World Cup since the inaugural edition in 1991.
