Nigeria’s Super Falcons on Friday began their campaign for qualification for the 2026 Women African Nations Cup on a bright note after their 2-0 win away from home against Amazons of Benin Republic in Lomé, Togo.
The ten-time reigning African champions completely dominated the encounter, scoring both goals before halftime of the first leg of the qualifier
Chinwendu Ihezuo opened the scoring early in the game, finishing off a clever assist from midfielder Deborah Abiodun before Esther Okoronkwo doubled Nigeria’s lead
Head coach Justin Madugu, who handed Taiwo Afolabi her Super Falcons debut and saw veteran defender Osinachi Ohale make her 80th appearance, praised his team’s discipline and teamwork after the match.
“It was a solid performance, especially in the first half,” Madugu said. “We created chances, controlled the midfield, and took our opportunities. The focus now is to finish the job at home.”
With the victory, the Super Falcons carry a two-goal advantage into the return leg, scheduled for Tuesday next week at the MKO Abiola Sports in Abeokuta, Nigeria
A draw or even a narrow defeat would be enough to see them progress to the next round of the qualifiers as they continue their quest for another continental title.
The Super Falcons remain favourites to advance, as they seek to extend their dominance in African women’s football and secure a place at next year’s AWCON.
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