Nigeria’s Super Falcons booked their place in the third round of the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers with a commanding 5-0 victory over Comoros in the second leg of their second-round encounter in Ikenne on Tuesday.
The 10-time African champions advanced with a convincing 7-0 aggregate win after securing a two-goal advantage in the first leg.
However, Nigeria suffered an early setback when captain Rasheedat Ajibade was forced off in the 23rd minute following a collision with a Comoros defender. She was replaced by China-based forward Folashade Ijamilusi.
Despite their dominance, the Super Falcons had to wait until the 41st minute to break the deadlock.
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2028 Olympics Qualifier: Super Falcons thrash Comoros 5-0 to reach third round
Source: Daily Post
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