Women’s Championship: Nigeria rout Zambia to move to semis

Nigeria  were simply too much for Zambia, beating them 6-0 in their Group A day two clash last Tuesday at the Sam Nujoma Stadium in Windhoek.

Burly striker, Desire Oparanozie, scored a brace whilst Ngozi Okobi, Osinachi Ohale, Asisat Oshoala and Perpetua Nkwocha all found the back the net for the convincing win that puts them within touching distance of a place in the semi-final.  

The She-polopolo finished the game with 10 players after right back Grace Zulu was sent off six minutes before half time, adding to their woes.

The six-time winners unsettled their opponents very early scoring the opener just two minutes into the game. Okobi connected from a Asisat Oshoala effort from close range.

The Super Falcons made the best of their set pieces and three minutes later, Ohale rose above her markers to head home a free-kick taken by Ngozi Ebere, who was by far the most outstanding player.

The Zambians were kept under pressure after struggling to find their rhythm in the opening minutes. In the 18th minute, Zulu did a good job by intercepting Oparanozie’s pass before Esther Sunday could reach it.

Whilst her team were miles away from their feet, it was the opposite for Zambian goalie, Hazel Nali, who was at her best, pulling off some superb saves to keep the scoreline intact.