Nigeria’s senior women’s national team, the Super Falcons, opened their 14th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) preparations with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Senegal’s Teranga Lionesses in Ikenne-Remo on Friday.
Oshoala Marks Return with Composed Penalty
The breakthrough came in the 32nd minute when Nigeria were awarded a penalty, which veteran forward Asisat Oshoala calmly converted to give the hosts the lead.
The goal marked Oshoala’s first appearance for the Super Falcons since the WAFCON 2024 final, and she immediately made an impact, displaying trademark composure from the spot.
Payne Doubles Lead in Controlled First Half
Nigeria maintained their attacking rhythm and control after going ahead, dominating possession and stretching the Senegal defence.
Their pressure paid off in the 43rd minute when Toni Payne finished off a well-worked move to double the advantage. Like Oshoala, Payne was also making her return to the national team setup following her last
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