Nigerian forward Janet Semenyeha Akekoromowei was named Player of the Match after delivering an outstanding performance as the Falconets defeated England 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
Akekoromowei scored Nigeria’s second goal and played a key role in the build-up to the Falconets’ third, underlining her growing influence in the tournament.
The talented forward has now scored two goals in three appearances at the competition.
Nigeria’s emphatic victory over England secured the Falconets’ place in the last eight following a dramatic day of action at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.
The result was part of a thrilling round that also saw Canada, Korea Republic and Colombia advance to the quarter-finals.
With Akekoromowei providing a major attacking threat, the Falconets will now turn their attention to the quarter-final stage as they continue their campaign for global honours.
