Super Falcons of Nigeria on Tuesday defeated the Lionesses of Cameroon 2-0 in an international friendly played at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Abeokuta.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade opened the scoreline in the 28th minute from the penalty spot after being brought down by a Cameroonian defender.
In the 43rd minute, Ajibade scored again through an assist from the left flank by Babajide Omorinsola to record a brace.
The Cameroonians fought hard in the second half but were prevented from scoring by the solid defence marshalled by the duo of Payne Antoinette and Isah Sikiratu.
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Speaking at the post-match news conference, Justin Madugu, Coach of the Super Falcons, appreciated the players for their performance.
Madugu said that the team still has a lot of work to do, saying that the lionesses were also a good team.
” I appreciate the players for the performance. It is still a work in progress to our preparation.
” We would have appreciated the opportunity of playing more friendly matches. We have to make do with what we have and get the girls prepared.
” We must not make excuses. We must make Nigerians happy,” he said.
Also speaking, the super falcons captain , Ajibade appreciated God for injury free match.
” It is an honour to have scored two goals. The supporters too were fantastic,” she said. (NAN)
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