International Friendly: Super Falcons daze Lionesses 2-0 in Abeokuta
Women Africa Cup of Nations-bound Nigeria sailed over Cameroon’s
Indomitable Lionesses in a friendly encounter at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in Abeokuta on Tuesday.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade scored both goals, first in the 28th minute
from the penalty spot, and then in the 43rd minute after capitalizing on
a swift team move, assisted by Rinsola Babajide.
Coach Justine Madugu said the victory is a good psychological boost for
his squad as they continue preparations for the 13th Women AFCON taking
place in Morocco, 5th – 26th July.
Nigeria will be aiming for a 10th triumph in the competition, having won
the trophy nine times since it was launched as a tournament in 1998.
The Super Falcons also won in 1991 and 1995, when it was staged only as
home-and-away FIFA World Cup qualifying games.
