Nigeria’s Falconets closer to U-20 WWC qualification as they defeat Burundi 1-0

The Nigerian Falconets moved closer to securing a spot in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup following a 1-0 victory over Burundi at the Azam Stadium Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday.

🏁FULL TIME! in Dar es Salaam 📍

Burundi 🇧🇮 0-1 Nigeria 🇳🇬

Janet Akeroromowei (0-1) (PK) 45'

With the first leg result, the Falconets put themselves in a promising position for the qualification to the #U20WWC.#SoarFalconets| #U20WWCQualifiers| #BURNGA| #Colombia2024 pic.twitter.com/EvDESK91I7

— NGSuper_Falcons (@NGSuper_Falcons) January 14, 2024

Janet Akekoromowei, who plays for the Asisat Oshoala Academy in Lagos, secured the win by converting a first-half penalty.

Despite attempts to increase their lead in the second half, the Falconets were unable to score again, resulting in a 1-0 final scoreline.

The return leg is scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.

With the first-leg victory, the Falconets are in a favorable position to qualify for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia.