In an exciting match at the Women’s World Cup co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia, the Super Falcons of Nigeria secured a remarkable 3-2 victory against the host team, Australia.
The Australian women took an early lead in the first minute of first-half added time when Emily van Egmond found the net, putting the host team ahead.
However, the Falcons quickly responded with a goal of their own, equalizing six minutes into first-half added time through Uchenna Kanu, making it 1-1 as they headed into the break.
The Nigerian side continued their impressive performance in the second half, taking the lead on the 65th minute with a goal from Osinachi Ohale, who plays for Alaves Women’s team in Spain.
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The Super Falcons extended their lead further when substitute Asisat Oshoala scored on the 72nd minute, beating the goalkeeper from a tight angle to make it 1-3 for Nigeria.
Her celebratory actions resulted in a yellow card as she removed her jersey in excitement.
Although Australia managed to score a second goal through Alanna Kennedy ten minutes into added time, it wasn’t enough to overturn Nigeria’s lead, and the match ended with a final score of 3-2 in favor of the Super Falcons.
Nigeria’s goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, displayed an outstanding performance during the game, making five crucial saves to deny the Australians despite their dominant possession in the match.