Super Falcons Ready For WAFCON After 3-1 Win Over Ghana
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By Sportsgister
Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a convincing 3-1 victory over their arch-rivals, Ghana’s Black Queens, in a friendly match played in Casablanca on Sunday.
The win comes as a boost to the team’s preparations for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Chiwendu Ihezuo opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 34th minute with a deflected effort.
-Asisat Oshoala doubled the lead with a penalty kick just before halftime.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade sealed the win with a cool finish five minutes after the break.
Ghana had the first chance of the game, but Doris Boaduwaa’s low drive failed to hit the target.
Evelyn Badu had a goal ruled out for offside in the 55th minute.
Ghana was awarded a penalty kick in the 88th minute, which was converted by Alice Kusi.
The team will now focus on their opening fixture at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations against Tunisia next week Sunday.
The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to make a strong impression in the tournament.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
