{
  "id": 12391661,
  "title": "Nigeria calls up MK Dons captain, Omenazu",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/nigeria-calls-up-mk-dons-captain-omenazu",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T13:50:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/06/nigeria-calls-up-mk-dons-captain-omenazu/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigeria has selected MK Dons captain Favour Omenazu to represent the national team, the Super Falcons. This marks Omenazu's first international call-up, as she opted to play for Nigeria instead of England. The defender will now have the chance to make her senior international debut in the upcoming Olympic qualifying matches. MK Dons confirmed Omenazu's selection through its official website, highlighting the significance of her inclusion for the crucial African qualifying fixtures.\n\nOmenazu was not part of the initial squad announced for the Olympic qualifiers but was later added to Nigeria's roster as preparations progressed for the two-legged fixture against Comoros. The Super Falcons are set to face Comoros on Friday, October 9, with the second leg taking place on Tuesday, October 13. Nigeria received a bye into the second round of the African qualifiers, while Comoros advanced from the first round.\n\nSeveral experienced players have opted out of the team, with Asisat Oshoala excused from participating. Additionally, Ashleigh Plumptre, Oluwatosin Demehin, and Flourish Sabastine are unable to play in the matches. The Super Falcons will need to overcome Comoros in both legs to advance in the competition.",
  "summary": "MK Dons captain, Favour Omenazu has been given her first international call-up following her decision to represent Nigeria rather than England. Omenazu has been included in the Super Falcons roster for their 2028 Olympic qualifying double-header against Comoros. MK Dons announced Omenazu’s invitation via its official website, acknowledging the defender’s selection for the crucial African […]…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}