The Digest:
The Nigeria Super Falcons stormed into the semi-finals of WAFCON 2024 after an impressive 5-0 victory over Zambia in the quarter-finals. With goals from Osinachi Ohale, Esther Okoronkwo, Chiwendu Ihezuo, and Tosin Demehin, the Falcons showed their strength.
Key Points:
- Super Falcons secure 5-0 win against Zambia to reach WAFCON 2024 semi-finals.
- Goals came from Ohale (2'), Okoronkwo (33'), Ihezuo, Demehin (68'), and Ijamilusi (90').
- The Falcons have scored 8 goals in the tournament, conceding none.
- It is the highest scoreline recorded in WAFCON 2024 so far.
- The team extended its winning record over Zambia in WAFCON (3 wins, 1 loss).
- Ohale opened the scoring early with a header from Okoronkwo's free kick.
- Okoronkwo doubled the lead with a left-foot strike after an assist from Ajibade.
- Ihezuo capitalized on a defensive error for the third goal.
- Demehin added the fourth with a header, and Ijamilusi sealed the win with a tap-in.
- The Super Falcons will face either South Africa or Senegal in the semi-finals.
The Super Falcons' dominant 5-0 performance in the WAFCON 2024 quarter-finals cements their position as one of the tournament's strongest teams. They aim for a spot in the final, continuing their pursuit of a record-extending tenth WAFCON title.
Sources: Complete Sports, Soccernet
