Falconets secure strong win over Malawi in World Cup qualifier
Nigeria’s U-20 women’s team, the Falconets, achieved a 2-0 victory against Malawi in Ikenne, boosting their chances of qualifying for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The team showed dominance throughout the match, especially after a challenging first half. Coach Moses Adukwu’s side capitalized on sustained pressure, with goals coming from an own goal and a clinical finish by Kindness Ifeanyi. The win also brought a financial bonus for the squad.
Match highlights
- The Falconets won 2-0 against Malawi in the first leg of the final round qualifier in Ikenne.
- An own goal by Maureen Kenneth and a finish by Kindness Ifeanyi secured the victory.
- Faridat Abdulwahab provided the assist for the second goal.
- The team received a N1m bonus, with Kunle Soname pledging N500,000 for each goal scored.
- The second leg will be played at the Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe, where Nigeria will look to confirm their World Cup spot.
