Super Falcons Triumph Over Algeria With 4-1 Victory In Lagos Friendly.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered an impressive performance, defeating Algeria 4-1 in a friendly match held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, on Tuesday.
Folashade Ijamilusi shone as the star of the match, securing a hat-trick for the nine-time African champions. Gift Monday, the Tenerife forward, added to Nigeria’s tally, contributing the fourth goal in what became a dominant display by the hosts.
The Super Falcons took control early, with Ijamilusi opening the scoring in the 12th minute. Just seven minutes later, she found the net again, doubling Nigeria’s lead. Algeria had an opportunity to narrow the gap with a penalty in the 39th minute but missed the chance. However, Alouache Ouassila managed to pull one back for Algeria shortly before the break.
Monday restored Nigeria’s two-goal cushion just before half-time, and Ijamilusi capped off the win with a fourth goal in the 86th minute, sealing a decisive victory for the Super Falcons.
Recall that Nigeria Super Falcons likewise defeated same opponent in Ikenne last weekend by 2 goals to nothing, courtesy of a Rasheedat Ajibade’s brace in that encounter.
This resounding win reinforces Nigeria’s position as a powerhouse in African women’s football as they continue to prepare for upcoming international fixtures.
