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Cameroon’s women’s national team captain, Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné, has offered an explanation for their 2-0 defeat to Nigeria during a recent in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The experienced forward noted that the match was approached cautiously due to concerns over player injuries and the challenging weather conditions. +
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"It was just a friendly match, and we didn’t want to risk injuries in a game like this," Onguéné said. "We have to think about more important competitions where our presence is crucial. Also, the heavy rain affected our performance. If it had been a more competitive or significant match, we wouldn’t have allowed Nigeria to beat us." +
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The Super Falcons sealed the win with two goals from captain Rasheedat Ajibade, capitalising on a soaked pitch and disorganised Cameroonian play. Onguéné's remarks highlighted a strategic decision to prioritise player fitness ahead of upcoming key tournaments, including the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). +
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While the result may have disappointed some Cameroonian supporters, the captain’s measured response emphasised long-term planning over short-term results, with the team’s eyes firmly set on bigger competitive objectives. +
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We think Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné's explanation for Cameroon’s defeat strikes a pragmatic, if slightly contentious, chord. It reflects a common dilemma in international football balancing immediate match outcomes against future ambitions. Yet, when national pride is at stake, even friendly matches are viewed through a magnifying lens. +
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Her comments, though honest, may not sit well with every supporter. Facing Nigeria, a major continental rival, and treating the game with caution suggests a concession of intensity that could demoralise fans and [teammates](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/news/national-team-news/) alike. Still, we must appreciate the strategic foresight in her thinking. Injuries in friendlies can derail preparation for tournaments that truly matter. +
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The adverse weather, undeniably a factor, exposed the difficulties of adapting to local conditions something elite teams should arguably be prepared for. But [weather](https://cac5.altervista.org/index.php?title=Utente:JosephTauchert) is a leveller, and [Nigeria adapted](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/local-clubs-and-academies/mubaraq-last-minute-goal-seals-gateway-win-over-first-bank/) better. That’s not just about rain it’s about resilience. +
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In the end, we believe that leadership sometimes requires unpopular honesty. Onguéné offered a glimpse into a [calculated approach](https://cac5.altervista.org/index.php?title=Utente:MaryChadwick) save energy, avoid injury, and play the long game. If Cameroon delivers in WAFCON, this friendly will be forgotten. If not, the questions about mindset will grow louder. +
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+ [Gabrielle](https://infowoo.com/index.php/User:LionelNewsome46) Aboudi Onguéné has represented Cameroon in four Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals and two FIFA Women’s World Cups. + + Rasheedat Ajibade, who scored twice in the match, is also the current top scorer for Atlético Madrid Femenino. + + Abeokuta, where the match was held, is one of Nigeria’s oldest cities and was founded in the early 19th century. + + Cameroon’s women’s team is nicknamed the "Indomitable Lionesses", mirroring the men’s team title "Indomitable Lions". + + [Friendly matches](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/football-law-and-ethics/maduka-okoye-set-to-miss-super-eagles-march-wcq-due-to-club-suspension/) are often used by [national](https://azbongda.com/index.php/Th%C3%A0nh_vi%C3%AAn:TameraKroll16) teams to test new tactics and players, even if it means sacrificing short-term performance. + + +
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