Nigeria's Women's National Team, the Super Falcons, secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia in their WAFCON 2026 qualifier, keeping their title defense hopes alive. The match, held in Rabat, Morocco, saw Nigeria face a challenge as they were forced to defend their lead after a red card in the 40th minute (theeagleonline.com.ng). The team managed to hold off Zambia's attacks and eventually claimed the three points, maintaining their position in Group C.
Goalkeeper Asisat Oshoala played a crucial role, scoring her 15th career WAFCON goal to seal the win (bellanaija.com). The goal came in the 68th minute, proving decisive in a tightly contested match. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Nigeria's defense held strong, ensuring the victory.
The win is a significant boost for the Super Falcons as they aim to defend their WAFCON title. The result highlights their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, setting the stage for their next challenge in the tournament. (businessday.ng)
