On Monday, Nigeria’s Under-20 women’s football team, the Falconets, clinched a commanding 4-0 victory against their Senegalese counterparts in the second Group B game at the ongoing 13th African Games in Ghana.
The Falconets have secured a spot in the semi-finals of the All Africa Games women’s title after defeating Senegal with a commanding four-goal performance at Cape Coast Stadium. The match saw Loveth Edeh, Motunrayo Ezekiel, and Chioma Olise finding the back of the net, alongside an own goal from Senegal.
Loveth Edeh opened the scoring for the Falconets in the 14th minute, giving Nigeria an early lead. Despite Senegal’s attempts to respond, Nigeria’s defense remained solid, denying them any clear opportunities.
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In the second half, Motunrayo Ezekiel extended Nigeria’s lead with a well-taken goal, showcasing her skill and composure in front of the Senegalese goal. The victory not only secured the Falconets’ place in the semi-finals but also demonstrated their strength and determination in the competition. With their eyes set on the title, the Falconets continue to showcase their talent and prowess on the field.
Just a minute after Ezekiel’s goal, the Nigerian forwards kept up the pressure, causing the Senegalese defense to make a critical mistake. Aiche Kalas accidentally scored an own goal, inadvertently sending the ball into her team’s net.
Nigeria didn’t stop there. Forward Oliseh added another goal, securing the fourth for Nigeria in the 81st minute. With this victory, the Falconets have guaranteed a spot in the semi-finals of the African Games women’s football tournament. They’ve collected six points from two games without letting any goals slip past them.
Before this match, the Christopher Danjuma-led team entered the game with high spirits after defeating Morocco 2-0 in their first match on March 8. This win further boosted their confidence and determination to succeed in the tournament. Nigeria, the defending champions, find themselves in Group B for the tournament, alongside Morocco, Senegal, and Cameroon. On the other hand, hosts Ghana, along with Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda, make up Group A.
The Falconets have a strong history in the tournament, having clinched the gold medal in the women’s football event of the 12th African Games held in Rabat, Morocco in 2019. The 13th African Games, which began on March 8, will continue until March 23 in Ghana, spanning three cities: Accra, Kumasi, and Cape Coast. Nigeria’s Falconets aim to maintain their winning streak and defend their title in this prestigious event.
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