The Super Falcons of Nigeria are aiming for a 12th appearance at the African Women Cup of Nations (AWCON), having always featured in the event since its inception in 1991.
They are the most successful team in the tournament, with nine titles to their credit and are currently looking forward to defending their title in Morocco.
However, the Lady Elephants of Cote d’ Ivoire stand in their way to achieving their goal when they face off today at Stade Robert Champroux in Abidjan.
Following a 2-0 loss last Friday in Abuja, the Super Falcons are likely to face a very determined Elephants, who would be so compact in defence, with a more attacking front and unfriendly fans.
However, coach Waldrum said he was positive ahead of the return leg: “I feel positive about the second leg. I know and respect that the Ivorians are fully capable of getting results at home, so, we would prepare to get a good result as well.
“From the game in Abuja, we understood that the Ivorians want to be physical, want to foul, want to disrupt the game and more, but what we tell our players was not to allow any of those to affect them.
“We have a go in there on the front foot and not sit back and try to hold our 2-0 lead; but to get a goal and make it difficult for them.
“We will go after the win and grind results,’’ Waldrum added.