Time, How to Watch as Super Falcons Begin LA 2028 Olympics Qualifiers Against Comoros in Ikenne
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will begin their quest for a place at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games when they face Comoros in the first leg of their second-round qualifying tie on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The encounter is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Nigerian time at the Remo Stars Sports Stadium in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, with interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen leading the nine-time African champions into the contest.
Match Details
- Fixture: Comoros vs Nigeria (Super Falcons)
- Competition: 2028 Olympic Games Women’s Football Qualifiers
- Round: Second round, first leg
- Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
- Kick-off: 6:00 p.m. WAT
- Venue: Remo Stars Sports Stadium, Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State
Although Comoros are the designated home team, the match will take place in Nigeria because the island nation does not have a stadium approved by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for international fixtures. Both legs of the tie are scheduled to be played in Ikenne.
How to Watch Comoros vs Super Falcons Live
Fans looking to follow the Olympic qualifier should check official Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) channels and Nigerian sports broadcasters for confirmed television or streaming arrangements.
As of nowthe pubconfirmed live television broadcast or official streaming link has not been verified. Supporters should therefore avoid relying on unverified links claiming to offer live coverage.
Fans can also follow official Super Falcons and NFF social media accounts for team news, match updates and any announcements regarding live coverage.
Falcons Target Winning Start
The Super Falcons are aiming to make a positive start under Eguavoen as they pursue qualification for the women’s football tournament at Los Angeles 2028.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade has stressed the importance of winning the opening encounter, while Eguavoen has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s attacking options and urged his players to respect their opponents.
Comoros advanced to the second round after an emphatic 30-0 aggregate victory over Sudan in the opening round. Nigeria, meanwhile, received a bye into the second round because of their ranking among the competition’s highest-rated teams.
The return leg is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, also at Remo Stars Sports Stadium in Ikenne.
Nigeria must progress through the remaining qualifying rounds to secure one of Africa’s two places at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
