THE Super Falcons of Nigeria defeated the Lionesses of Cameroon 2-0 in a friendly match in Abeokuta today.
The twice-postponed friendly at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex in the Ogun State capital was in preparation for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for Morocco in July.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade scored both goals for the nine-time African champions, who fielded a strong line-up that included Chiamaka Nnadozie, Michelle Alozie, Toni Payne, Tosin Demehin and Deborah Abiodun.
Ajibade struck first in the 28th minute
from the penalty spot, and added the second before half-time, assisted by Rinsola Babajide.
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu said the victory is a good psychological boost for his squad as they continue preparations for the 13th WAFCON taking place from July 5 to July 26.
Nigeria will be aiming for a 10th triumph in the competition, having won
the trophy nine times since it was launched as a tournament in 1998.
The Super Falcons also won in 1991 and 1995, when it was staged only as
home-and-away FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifying fixtures.