Falconets Face Injury Setback Ahead of Crucial Senegal Showdown
The Nigerian U-20 women's team, Falconets, are dealing with an injury setback as they gear up for a crucial match against Senegal in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup qualifiers. Janet Akekoromowei, a forward for Bayelsa Queens, suffered an injury during the first leg in Abeokuta, where Nigeria secured a narrow 1-0 win over Senegal.
Akekoromowei was forced off the field and will not recover in time for the second leg in Dakar. Despite this setback, head coach Mose Aduku remains optimistic about the team's chances.
The winner of the Nigeria-Senegal tie will advance to face either Guinea Bissau or Malawi in the final qualifying round. The Nigerian team is scheduled to travel to Dakar from Lagos, with confidence high within the squad.
The Falconets aim to secure a positive result in Senegal to progress in the competition.
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