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Following a scoreless draw in their last group encounter against Republic of Ireland today, July 31, Nigeria has placed second in Group B of the current Women's World Cup being held by Australia and New Zealand. The Super Falcons struggled to get through the Irish defense in the first half, and their lone attacker Asisat Oshoala cut a desolate figure up front.
Oshoala only had one opportunity in the opening 45 minutes, but she could have given her team the lead after catching Louise Quinn's awful backpass and going one on one with goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan. Her attempt, though, narrowly missed the right-hand post, clearing Ireland of responsibility. Nigeria increased their effort in the second half with the hopes of The Irish goalkeeper, Courtney Brosnan pulled off a miraculous save in the 51st minute to deny Uchenna Kanu, who hit a powerful header that bounced awkwardly in front of the keeper. With the point earned from the draw, the Super Falcons will be proceeding to the round of 16. Nigeria, which is the 40th-ranked team in the world avoided defeat in all three of its group-stage matches, including a shocking 3-2 win over Australia.
They will now face the top team in Group D, which at this stage looks likely to be European champions England. That fixture will be played next Monday, with Nigeria being certain about their opponent when Group D matches are concluded tomorrow, August 1. This is the third time the Super Falcons have successfully negotiated the group stages at a World Cup, having reached the quarterfinals in 1999 and the round of 16 in France four years ago. ✍️“feel free to disagree in the comments 👀 ☝️👆 & let JAIYEORIE know what U think!” 📎
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