Super Falcons thrash New Zealand 3 nil to end Antalya Invitation

By Toju Sote

The Nigerian female football team, the Super Falcons continued their winning streak as they defeated New Zealand in an international friendly match.

The Super Falcons had an emphatic 3-0 victory over New Zealand on Tuesday, April 11 at the Mardan Sports Complex.

Falcons’ skipper Onome Ebi headed in the first goal for the team in the 34th minute, Onyinye Echegini doubled the lead in the 49th minute and Desire Oparanozie made it 3-0 in the 94th minute.

This is the Falcons’ third win in a row after defeating Costa Rica and Haiti previously.

The Super Falcons will be at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup set to take place Australia and New Zealand between July 20 and August 20.

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