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The Digest:

Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, have been crowned champions of the WAFU B zone after a decisive 3-0 victory over rivals Ghana. Goals from Janet Akekoromowei, Alaba Olabiyi, and Ramotalahi Kareem sealed the historic win, dethroning the defending champions with a match to spare.

Key Points:
  • Nigeria's Falconets defeated Ghana 3-0 to win the WAFU B U20 Girls Cup.
  • Janet Akekoromowei scored a stunning long-range free-kick in the 17th minute.
  • Alaba Olabiyi and Ramotalahi Kareem added two more goals before the hour mark.
  • The victory secured Nigeria’s first-ever title in the tournament’s history.
  • Ghana, the defending champions, finished second with six points.
  • The win also served as revenge for Nigeria’s penalty loss to Ghana in the 2023 final.
  • Coach Moses Aduku will now prepare the team for the FIFA U20 World Cup qualifiers.
With skill and determination, the Falconets have firmly established themselves as the rising force in West African women’s football, signaling a bright future for the sport.


Sources: Soccernet