Okoronkwo vows Super Falcons will improve against Zambia
Super Falcons forward Esther Okoronkwo has assured fans that Nigeria will deliver a stronger performance in their next match against Zambia. The team is looking to recover after a disappointing 3-2 loss to Malawi, where late goals from Okoronkwo and Rasheedat Ajibade were not enough. Okoronkwo acknowledged the team lacked intensity and promised they would learn from their mistakes. She also commented on a missed penalty appeal but chose not to focus on the officiating.
Match highlights
- Esther Okoronkwo promised the Super Falcons will come back stronger in their next Group C match against Zambia.
- Nigeria suffered a 3-2 defeat to Malawi, despite late goals from Okoronkwo and Rasheedat Ajibade.
- Head coach Justine Madugu fielded his strongest side, but the team struggled against Malawi’s counter-attacks.
- Okoronkwo admitted the team did not play with enough intensity and stressed the need to improve.
- She mentioned a contentious penalty decision but said she would not complain about the referee’s call.
