The Falconets of Nigeria have sealed their place in the final of the African Games football event with a commanding 2-0 win over Uganda in Cape Coast, Ghana.
The Ugandans put up a resolute performance in the match, keeping the Falconets at bay until they conceded two goals in the last 16 minutes of the encounter.
Okah Adaobi took the place of Olushola Shobowale in the 74th minute and scored with her first touch of the ball.
Chiamaka Okwuchukwu scored the winning goal for Nigeria.
The Falconets’ win sets up a thrilling final against the host nation, Ghana who defeated Senegal 3-1 in the other semi-final tie.
The Nigerian side is determined to claim gold in the women’s football competition.
The team has played exceptionally well throughout the tournament, and are yet to concede a goal in three matches, having defeated Morocco 2-0, Senegal 4-0 and Uganda 2-0.
The Falconets’ success has been built on a solid team effort, with every player contributing to their impressive run.
As they prepare for the final, the Falconets will be hoping to maintain their momentum and clinch the gold medal in style.
Nigeria won gold in the previous edition in 2019.
The Falconets will be confident of mounting a strong defence of their African Games crown this time around as they face Ghana in a fierce final clash in the coming days.
Editor: Ken Eseni
