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‘A blessing to be here’ – Ex-USA youth international Payne proud of Nigeria call-up

The defender is thrilled with the prospect of representing the Super Falcons despite playing for the Stars and Stripes at youth level

Nicole Payne is excited to be invited to Nigeria’s squad for June’s summer series tour in the United States of America.

Initially, the West Virginia University star was not part of the Super Falcons’ 25-player squad for the tournament billed from June 7-17.

However, the withdrawal of star players Patricia George and Osinachi Ohale saw coach Randy Waldrum hand the defender a late call-up.

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Despite representing America at U20, U18, U17, U15 and U14 levels, she is poised to make her international bow when Nigeria take on Jamaica on Thursday night at the BBVA Stadium, Houston, Texas.