Super Falcons Secure 2-0 Win Over Comoros in Olympic Qualifier
Nigeria's Super Falcons beat Comoros 2-0 in the first leg of the second‑round Olympic qualifier.
In Brief
- •Nigeria's Super Falcons beat Comoros 2-0 in the first leg of the second‑round Olympic qualifier.
- •Michelle Alozie opened the scoring in the 48th minute and Uchenna Kanu doubled the lead in the 60th minute.
- •The match was played at Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne under interim coach Augustine Eguavoen.
- •Nigeria now leads the tie and will host the return leg on 13 October 2026; a win would advance them to the third round.
Why It Matters
The result gives Nigeria a strong position in the African qualifying series, where only two teams earn spots at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. A victory over Comoros will allow the Super Falcons to progress to the third round, where they will face either the Democratic Republic of Congo or Morocco, further testing their readiness for the global stage. The match also highlights the growing competitiveness of women's football in Africa and underscores the importance of experienced coaching and player development in securing Olympic qualification.
Key Details
- First Leg Score
- 2-0
- Venue
- Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne
- Interim Coach
- Augustine Eguavoen
- Return Leg Date
- 13 October 2026
- Third Round Dates
- 23 February – 6 March 2027
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