Nigeria’s Super Falcons have advanced to the semi-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following a dominant 5-0 victory over Zambia in their quarter-final match on Friday.
Osinachi Ohale got Nigeria off to a flying start, heading home in the 2nd minute from a well-delivered set-piece.
The 11-time champions doubled their lead when Esther Okoronkwo calmly finished a cross from Rasheedat Ajibade.
Chinwendu Ihezuo added a third, latching onto a long pass from goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and finishing with composure.
In the second half, Nigeria maintained control, overwhelming the Zambian side with fluid play and relentless pressure.
Tosin Demehin extended the lead with a powerful header from an Okoronkwo free kick, before Folashade Ijamilusi capped off the performance with a close-range finish from another Ajibade assist, marking her debut goal for the national team.
With this emphatic win, the Super Falcons move one step closer to their 12th WAFCON title as they march into the semi-finals.
