Super Falcons Qualify for 2026 WAFCON After Beating Benin
The Super Falcons of Nigeria secured a place in the 2026 WAFCON after beating Benin Republic on aggregate. The 10-time African champions won the first leg 2-0 in Togo and drew 1-1 in the return leg at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Ashleigh Plumptre and Esther Okoronkwo scored for Nigeria, ensuring their passage to the final competition. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade missed a chance to extend the lead, but the Falcons maintained control to keep their hopes of an 11th continent title alive.
The head coach emphasized the need for full concentration in the upcoming matches.
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