Nigeria staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Australia in an exhilarating match at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, leaving the home team’s qualification for the last 16 in doubt.
Australia took the lead when Emily van Egmond capitalised on Caitlin Foord’s pass to score the opening goal. However, Nigeria quickly responded, equalizing through Uchenna Kanu’s composed finish. The momentum swung in Nigeria’s favour as Osinachi Ohale’s header put them ahead at 2-1.
The moment the Super Falcons scored the equalizer 😅 pic.twitter.com/Iyflc5guRd
— Sugar (@temii_ajao) July 27, 2023
A mix-up between Australia’s Alanna Kennedy and Mackenzie Arnold allowed Asisat Oshoala to capitalise and extend Nigeria’s lead further. Despite Kennedy’s late goal for Australia, Nigeria held on to secure a memorable victory.
With this result, Nigeria now top Group B, level on four points with Canada. On the other hand, Australia find themselves a point behind both teams heading into the final matches in the section on Monday.
Nigeria pick up Africa’s first win at this year’s #WWC. They came from a goal down to beat co-hosts Australia 3-2. The Super Falcons now need just a draw in their final group game against Ireland to progress to the knockout stages, pic.twitter.com/7pXyzTaj83
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) July 27, 2023
Australia face a crucial showdown against Canada in Melbourne, where they would need a victory to secure a spot in the knockout stages. Meanwhile, Nigeria will take on the already-eliminated Republic of Ireland at the same time in Brisbane.
