Super Falcons Crush Comoros 5-0, Set Up Morocco Clash
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have moved closer to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games after defeating Comoros 5-0 in the second leg of their qualifying tie at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State. The victory gave Nigeria a 7-0 aggregate win and secured their place in the third qualifying round, where they will face Morocco.
Toni Payne and Uchenna Kanu scored twice each, while Christy Ucheibe added a penalty as Nigeria sealed the victory with a strong second-half display. Payne opened the scoring in the 41st minute, but the team suffered a setback before half-time when captain Rasheedat Ajibade was stretchered off with an ankle injury.
Kanu extended Nigeria’s lead in the 58th minute before Payne scored again five minutes later. Kanu added her second goal in the 66th minute, benefiting from another assist by substitute Folashade Ijamilusi, while Ucheibe completed the scoring from the penalty spot in the 71st minute. Substitute Blessing Okpe also played a key role, providing an assist and winning the penalty.
The Falcons kept clean sheets in both legs of the tie, highlighting their defensive strength as they advanced. Their next challenge against Morocco is scheduled for March 2027, with victory over the North African side bringing Nigeria closer to securing a fifth appearance in the women’s football event at the Olympic Games.
