The Falconets, Nigeria’s women’s under-20 football team, kicked off their campaign at the 13th African Games with a convincing 2-0 victory over Morocco.
The defending champions asserted their dominance early in the game, with Chioma Olise breaking the deadlock in the 19th minute. The Falconets extended their lead further just before halftime, courtesy of a Yina Adoo own goal in the 40th minute.
Despite creating numerous scoring opportunities, the West African side was unable to capitalize fully due to profligate finishing.
The Falconets will now turn their attention to their next fixture against Senegal, scheduled for Monday, as they aim to maintain their winning momentum in Group A.
Group A also includes hosts Ghana, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, making every match crucial for the Falconets as they strive to defend their title and secure a spot in the knockout stages of the competition.
