The Super Falcons opened their final preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a convincing 2-1 victory over Senegal in an international friendly at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne on Friday, with Asisat Oshoala and Toni Payne providing the goals for Justine Madugu’s side, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Nigeria dominated from the first whistle, controlling possession and pressing Senegal deep into their own half throughout the opening period.
Oshoala and Funmilayo Ijamilusi both came close before the breakthrough arrived in the 32nd minute, when the referee spotted a handball inside the Senegal box and pointed to the spot.
Oshoala stepped up and converted with her customary composure, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way.
The veteran forward, who marked the occasion by wearing wristbands bearing the messages “Save the teachers” and “Bring back our children”, added a personal dimension to what was already a purposeful display.
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