Nigeria's Falconets delivered another statement performance in their build-up to the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, cruising to a resounding 9-0 victory over NAF Queens FC in a friendly match at the FIFA Goal Project in Abuja, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The seven-time African champions dominated proceedings from the opening whistle, combining clinical finishing with disciplined team play as they continued to fine-tune preparations for the global showpiece.
Chiamaka Ezekinugo was the standout performer in the opening stages, racing to a remarkable hat-trick with goals in the 1st, 3rd and 15th minutes to put the Falconets firmly in control.
Winner David added a fourth just a minute later, while Mary Mamudu found the back of the net in the 26th minute to hand the hosts a comfortable five-goal cushion before the interval.
The Falconets maintained their attacking intensity after the restart, with Alaba Folajomi extending the lead in the 59th minute before Oscar Precious got on the scoresheet with the team's seventh goal in the 78th minute.
Queen completed the rout with two stoppage-time strikes, scoring in the 90+3rd and 90+5th minutes to seal an emphatic victory.
The comprehensive win underlines the Falconets' growing confidence and sharpness ahead of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, with the coaching staff expected to take plenty of encouragement from another dominant all-round display.
Goalscorers:
- Chiamaka Ezekinugo – 1', 3', 15'
- Winner David – 16'
- Mary Mamudu – 26'
- Alaba Folajomi – 59'
- Oscar Precious – 78'
- Queen – 90+3', 90+5'