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[bit.ly](https://bit.ly/AviatorGameOnlineBET9JA)<br>Cameroon’s women’s national team captain, Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné, has offered an explanation for their 2-0 defeat to Nigeria during a recent international friendly in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The experienced forward noted that the match was [approached cautiously](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-and-society/) due to over player injuries and the challenging weather conditions. |
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<br>"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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<br>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](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/nigerian-premier-league/) ahead of upcoming key tournaments, including the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). |
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<br>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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<br>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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<br>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 alike. Still, we must appreciate the strategic foresight in her thinking. [Injuries](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/interviews/noah-atubolu-addresses-racism-in-german-football/) in friendlies can derail preparation for tournaments that truly matter. |
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<br>The adverse weather, undeniably a factor, exposed the difficulties of adapting to local conditions something elite teams should arguably be prepared for. But weather is a leveller, and [Nigeria adapted](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/transfer-news/why-malmo-won-the-race-to-sign-emmanuel-ekong/) better. That’s not just about rain it’s about resilience. |
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<br>In the end, we believe that leadership sometimes requires unpopular honesty. Onguéné offered a glimpse into a calculated approach 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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<br>Did You Know? |
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Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné has represented Cameroon in four Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals and two FIFA Women’s World Cups. |
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[Rasheedat](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/local-clubs-and-academies/unlock-football-dreams-top-5-free-academies-in-nigeria/) Ajibade, who scored twice in the match, is also the current top scorer for Atlético Madrid Femenino. |
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Abeokuta, where the match was held, is one of Nigeria’s oldest cities and was founded in the early 19th century. |
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Cameroon’s women’s team is nicknamed the "Indomitable Lionesses", mirroring the men’s team title "Indomitable Lions". |
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Friendly matches are often used by national teams to test new tactics and players, even if it means sacrificing short-term performance. |
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