- Despite conceding in stoppage time, debutant goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor impressed with a solid performance between the posts
- However, Cameroon goalkeeper Ange Bawou produced crucial saves to preserve her side’s advantage
- Cameroon, boosted by their weekend victory, will take confidence into the rematch
Nigeria’s women’s national team will look to respond strongly on Tuesday when they face Cameroon in their second international friendly at the Military Stadium in Yaoundé.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Super Falcons were edged 1-0 in the first encounter on Saturday, with Yvana Mbomezomo netting a late winner for the hosts.
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Despite conceding in stoppage time, debutant goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor impressed with a solid performance between the posts.
Nigeria pushed for an equaliser after the break, as substitutes including Joy Omewa, Precious Christopher, Folashade Ijamilusi, Esther Onyenezide and Michelle Alozie added energy to the attack. However, Cameroon goalkeeper Ange Bawou produced crucial saves to preserve her side’s advantage.
Head coach Justin Madugu is expected to adjust both his lineup and approach for the return fixture, as both teams continue preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
First-choice goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie could return to the starting XI, while Alozie may also earn a place from kickoff. In defence, Oluwatosin Demehin, Osinachi Ohale and Glory Ogbonna are available for selection.
Midfield options include Onyenezide, Christopher, Ucheibe, Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene and Jennifer Echegini, while captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Gift Monday, Rinsola Babajide, Chinwendu Ihezuo and Ijamilusi are set to spearhead Nigeria’s attack.
Cameroon, boosted by their weekend victory, will take confidence into the rematch. Yet Nigeria will be determined to level the series and underline their credentials ahead of the continental tournament.
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