Nigeria’s Super Falcons, in a thrilling match at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, clinched a vital 1-0 victory over South Africa, setting their sights on a coveted spot in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics.
The game-changing moment unfolded in the 43rd minute when Rasheedat Ajibade confidently converted a penalty kick, propelling her team ahead in the intense encounter.
With an impressive track record this season, boasting five goals and four assists primarily from the left wing, the 24-year-old played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s recent triumph over the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon.
The return leg of this gripping showdown is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, promising another electrifying battle on the field. Nigeria, yearning for Olympic qualification since 2008, is leaving no stone unturned in their quest for glory.