Concerns have been raised by certain football fans regarding the significant disparities in earnings, allowances, and match bonuses between the players of the Super Eagles and the Super Falcons.
During a discussion in Lagos, some fans expressed their dissatisfaction with the current circumstances of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). This inequality has sparked extensive debate, with numerous Nigerians advocating for equal pay and equitable treatment for both national teams.
Azuka Izu, a former international footballer, criticised the existing disparity, stating that the Super Falcons do not receive the same level of support from football authorities as their male counterparts, the Super Eagles. He emphasised that both teams bring pride to Nigeria and deserve equal acknowledgement and compensation for their contributions and successes.
“It is unjust that the Super Falcons earn significantly less than the Super Eagles,” Izu remarked, voicing his frustration over the persistent inequality. He believes that this issue arises from a long-standing bias favouring men’s football, despite the Falcons’ strong and consistent performances throughout the years.
“While the Eagles may generate more revenue, that should not diminish the achievements of the Falcons for Nigeria,” he further stated. He advocated for equal pay, asserting that the commitment, talent, and success of the Falcons warrant the same treatment afforded to the Eagles.
Additionally, he called for increased investment in the Falcons to enable them to develop and compete effectively on the international stage. “Let us bridge the gap and enhance support for women’s football in Nigeria,” he urged.
In a similar vein, Abdulrahman Gbadamosi, the coach of Sebioba Football Club in Ibadan, characterised the disparity as unfair, considering the accomplishments of the Falcons. He contended that the Super Falcons’ 11 continental titles from 1991 to 2018 demonstrate their excellence and merit appropriate recognition.
He pointed out that while players of the Super Eagles receive substantial match bonuses, the players of the Falcons often receive little to nothing in comparison. Gbadamosi proposed that better marketing of women’s football could boost revenue and garner greater support for the female team.
He cited that, for instance, the United States’ equal pay model for male and female teams as an example that Nigeria should consider adopting. “There must be fairness and respect for the Falcons. Their contribution to Nigerian football is immense,” he said.
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Concerns have been raised by certain football fans regarding the significant disparities in earnings, allowances, and match bonuses between the players of the Super Eagles and the Super Falcons. During a discussion in Lagos, some fans expressed their dissatisfaction with the current circumstances of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
This inequality has sparked extensive debate, with numerous Nigerians advocating for equal pay and equitable treatment for both national teams.
“There must be fairness and respect for the Falcons. Their contribution to Nigerian football is immense,” he said.
