ABUJA – Some football fans have lauded Nigeria’s Super Falcons over their 4-2 victory against Cote D’Ivoire in the 2015 African Women Championship in Namibia.
The fans told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in separate interviews on Sunday in Abuja that the team had represented the country well.
Akunne Ofuegbu, a footballer, appreciated the team for giving the Ivorians a good run for their money.
“Falcons have really proved themselves to be a good side and I am happy that they have saved our image in the world.
“This is their first game and I am sure that they will be better in their subsequent matches,” he said.
Austin Ofodile, a sports journalist, said he was happy that the team did well; adding that he had expected a win from them.
“I had expected them to win and I am happy that they were successful.
“I just want them to be more focused now and apply team work into their game. I am sure they will get to the finals of the competition,” Ofodile said.
Joy Moses, a hair stylist, said Falcons has made the country proud. [eap_ad_1] “I will say that what Super Eagles cannot do for us, Super Falcons has done even better.
“The girls did well and I will say that all the money the government is spending on Eagles should be withdrawn and transferred to Falcons,” Moses said.
Ahmed Mustapha, a civil servant, urged the Super Falcons to remain focused; adding that “they should keep the flag flying”.
The Super Falcons have been drawn in Group A with hosts Namibia, Zambia and Cote D’Ivoire.
Nigeria will face Zambia on Tuesday and lock horns with host Namibia on Oct. 17.
The AWC serves as the qualifier for the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada with the top three teams at the competition qualifying to represent Africa. (NAN)
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