NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau, tendered the apology on behalf of the federation, the Super Falcons and the entire Nigerian football family in a statement issued on Tuesday. He acknowledged the Federal Government’s support for the Super Falcons, particularly the recognition and rewards given to the team following their previous WAFCON triumph. The NFF president, however, said the Super Falcons still had an opportunity to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup through the CAF play-off pathway. “A window of opportunity remains through the CAF play-off pathway, and the Super Falcons are determined to fight for one of the two available CAF play-off tickets,” he said. Gusau said the NFF, technical team and players remained committed to securing Nigeria’s place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup through the available qualification routes.