Nigeria’s Super Falcons faced racist abuse on social media ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, following theft allegations involving players. The team is preparing to defend their title amid these controversies.
A suspect has been arrested and confessed to stealing over $1,000 from Super Falcons players at the Marriott Hotel in Casablanca, Morocco, just before the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The players reported disrespectful treatment from hotel staff.
Esther Okoronkwo, a midfielder for the Super Falcons, faced racist abuse on social media after criticizing a theft incident involving Nigerian players at their hotel in Casablanca. She condemned the abuse and emphasized the team's focus on the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Natio
