Nigeria’s U20 women’s team, the Falconets, announced themselves as West Africa’s new champions with a commanding 3-0 demolition of Ghana’s Black Princesses at Stade Omnisports d’Adjohoun on Tuesday.
The win was powered by a stellar attacking trio. Janet Akekoromowei opened the scoring in spectacular fashion, unleashing a thunderous long-range free-kick in the 17th minute.
Just six minutes later, Alaba Olabiyi capitalised on a neat headed assist to double the lead, leaving Ghana reeling.
Ramotalahi Kareem completed the rout in the 60th minute, slotting home a teasing cross from Akekoromowei and matching her as tournament top scorer.
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Nigeria’s victory confirmed their first WAFU B U20 Girls Cup title, a sweet revenge for the team after losing to Ghana on penalties in the inaugural final two years ago.
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With nine points from three matches, the Falconets sealed the title with a game to spare. Head coach Moses Aduku now turns his attention to the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Senegal in February.
