Nigeria’s Falconets produced a commanding display as they defeated hosts Benin Republic 3-0 at Stade Omnisports d’Adjohoun on Sunday, taking firm control of the 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup.
Coming off a 3-1 win against defending champions Ghana just 24 hours earlier, the Nigerian side showed no signs of fatigue, dominating possession and dictating the tempo from the outset.
Kareem Ramotalahi opened the scoring in the 15th minute, cutting inside from the right and slotting a composed finish past the goalkeeper.
The forward doubled her tally on the hour mark with a low strike after another surging run, putting the game firmly out of reach for the hosts.
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Precious Oscar completed the rout in stoppage time, firing home after Benin failed to clear a corner.
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Benin started brightly, pressing high and seeking to capitalise on Nigeria’s tight schedule. However, the Falconets’ superior fitness, organisation, and movement quickly neutralised any threat.
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The hosts rarely tested the goalkeeper, while Nigeria looked dangerous on every counter and set-piece.
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The win leaves Nigeria top of the table with six points, ahead of Ghana on three, while Benin are yet to register a point. With each team facing one another twice in the round-robin format, Nigeria have already positioned themselves as strong favourites to lift their first WAFU B U20 title.
What’s Next
Moses Aduku’s side will face Ghana again on Tuesday before concluding the tournament against Benin on Wednesday.
