Burna Boy Praises Super Falcons But Fans Call Out Hypocrisy Over England Performance

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Burna Boy had a heart for the Super Falcons who he refers to as “10x Champions.” He uploaded, alongside, a hype picture of the Nigerian women’s football team in celebration of yet another giant win, fists held up in camaraderie as if they had just conquered the world. Now, let me tell you what some went on with this great feast, and others just aren’t willing: Not at all.

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It follows that the shoutout to the Nigerian women is being interrogated now due to the timing of Burna Boy’s dance for the Lionesses after their grand win. One person threw shade: “But you go perform for England women. Odogwu see your life for outside abi? Continue.” In other words, “You’re quicker at celebrating England and slower at showing love to your own country.”

Another was somewhat harder: “Burna Boy serenading the victorious England women’s team—how touching. You’d think he might’ve done the same for the Super Falcons… But hey, priorities right?” The saying was too strong to let go. And it was not just one or two comments; many others jumped to accuse him of selective patriotism.

Big love to the Super Falcons 🇳🇬. 10x Champions and still making history! You all inspire me. Can’t wait to see you lot soon! #NoSignOfWeakness #WAFCONQueens pic.twitter.com/DLErDoX3lP

— Burna Boy (@burnaboy) July 28, 2025

For sure, the fanbase showed love for him. Some said he was an “intelligent man” appreciating what he does, while another came up with, “Real recognize real. From African Giant to African Queens.” Whereupon the haters returned, “lol, I surprise say you congratulate them 😂😂 werey England team don give you gig nah why you Dey form patriots.” Basically, they accused him of showing love only as a defense mechanism for criticism.

That opened the door for conspiracy: This was why you quickly congratulated them, to avoid dragging… 😂😂 with a link to his English gig. In other words, damage control.

Burna Boy has always walked the line of being controversial—either loved or hated, he has never been ignored. Intrepidity and consequence in drama are not related to him in the least nowadays, about music, about ego, about beefs; it is about loyalty or lack thereof, depending on whom you ask.

So what’s the verdict? Well, if you dial into the fans, it depends on whom you ask. To some, this is a sincere shout-out to a deserving team recognized, while others say it’s much too late with how fast he is jumping into other international opportunities. What is for sure is this: this guy will remain a talked-about subject-whether he likes it or not.

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Thus, at least the Super Falcons received recognition, but some people are left wondering if that recognition comes with a caveat. Also, Burna Boy has always been known for his ability to celebrate his roots while engaging in international projects.