.Says, ‘they must beat Japan’

After their dismal outing in the opening match against Brazil, the Super Falcons will take on world champions Spain in another tricky tie that could spell their fate in the tournament.

Buoyed by a comfortable 2-1 victory over Japan in the first match, Spain are already on a high and could have a psychological edge over the Nigerians. 

Their loss to Brazil didn’t show much of a team that was well prepared for the tournament. It is however hoped that with the adjustments Coach Randy Waldrum is expected to make in the starting X1, the Falcons approach will be different.

Reigning African Footballer of the Year, Asisat Oshoala who was benched in the first game is expected to start. Her experience in Spain with Barcelona , combined with that of captain, Rasheedat Ajibade who plays for Atletico Madrid Femini will come to bear on the outcome.

Spain are joint top of the group with 3 points, same as Brazil but with superior fire power. Having scored twice.

Meanwhile, Atlanta 96 Olympics champion Victor Ikpeba has commended the Super Falcons for giving everything in their opening group game at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

The Super Falcons were beaten by a first-half goal by Gabi Nunes in Bordeaux Friday night.

“You just must commend the girls, they gave everything, they played with their hearts, with determination, with passion,” saluted 1997 African Footballer of the Year Ikpeba.

“They had their moments in the first half, but unfortunately they didn’t make the most of them.

“They are a very physical side and the coach has set them up well, they will certainly make life difficult for the other teams in this group, Spain and Japan,” he predicted.