Nigeria’s Super Falcons defeated Tanzania 2-1 in an international friendly on Thursday. The result completed their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade and Esther Okoronkwo scored the goals.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons defeated Tanzania 2-1 in an international friendly on Thursday. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade scored first for the 10-time African champions in the opening half. Tanzania equalised before the interval.
Esther Okoronkwo scored late to secure the victory. Head coach Justin Madugu used the match to assess his squad and refine tactics ahead of the tournament.
The win provides a confidence boost as Nigeria targets a record 11th WAFCON title. The team will now focus on the group stage of the delayed 2026 event in Morocco.