The Super Falcons overwhelmed Ghana to round up their preparations for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The nine-time African champions, who came into Sunday’s encounter off the back of a goalless draw with Portugal, were in need of a pick-me-up ahead of their WAFCON opener against Tunisia on July 6.
They found that with a commanding display against their long-time rivals, taking the lead in the first half and never relinquishing it en route to a 3-1 victory.
Black Queens bow to Super Falcons in Ben Slimane
Nigeria took the lead in the 34th minute through forward Chinwendu Ihezuo, before the returning Asisat Oshoala made it 2-0 from the spot on the stroke of half-time.
MATCHDAY 🦅🇳🇬
It’s the Jollof Derby as we take on our West African sisters, Ghana, in a behind-closed-doors friendly, our final tune-up before WAFCON 2024 kicks off!
No broadcast for tactical reasons, but we’ll keep you posted with key updates and the full-time result.
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Sporting eight changes from the team that drew with Portugal, the Super Falcons nevertheless were dominant, and extended their lead five minutes after the restart through captain Rasheedat Ajibade.
A raft of substitutions followed, and Ghana pulled one back two minutes from time, but to no real effect on the scoreline.
Super Falcons starting XI: Tochukwu Oluehi (Udoka Unachukwu 83’), Osinachi Ohale (Sikiratu Isah 56’), Ashleigh Plumptre, Blessing Demehin, Michelle Alozie, Halimatu Ayinde (Shukurat Oladipo 83’), Deborah Abiodun, Rasheedat Ajibade (Jennifer Echegini 83’), Asisat Oshoala (Ifeoma Onumonu 56’), Folasade Ijamilusi (Francisca Ordega 83’), Chinwendu Ihezuo (Esther Okoronkwo 56’)
