Captain Ajibade was the hero as the Super Falcons were able to get a positive result against Ethiopia in Addis Ababa.
The Super Falcons of Nigeria returned to the pitch in a 1-1 draw against Ethiopia for the first time since their exploits at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
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The Lucy of Ethiopia defeated Chad 10-0 on aggregate to set off the clash against the Super Falcons.
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Super Falcons 1-1 Ethiopia
The Super Falcons were without their Head Coach Randy Waldrum for the game at the Abebe Bekila Stadium.
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It took just six minutes for Ethiopia to go in front when Birkie Amare converted from a scramble in the box.
The Ethiopians playing in front of their home fans were motivated and held on to their advantage to the halftime break.
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The Super Falcons were able to respond in the second half as Atletico Madrid star Rasheedat AJibade scored a wonder goal from outside the box in the 52nd minute.
The Super Falcons were able to make some important changes to gain momentum going into the closing stages.
Barcelona star Asisat Oshoala did not do much was substituted as Granadilla Tenerife youngster Omorinsola Babajide to make her Super Falcons debut.
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Gotham FC striker Ifeoma Onumonu had the ball in the back of the net but was ruled out as offside.
The Ethiopians held on late as the first leg ended in a 1-1 draw.
Super Falcons to host Ethiopia in Abuja
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, is the scheduled date of the return leg.
The winner on aggregate will play the winner of the Cameroon/Uganda match for a spot in the qualification series' final round.
The Olympic Games of the following year will take place in Paris and a few other French cities from July 26 to August 11.
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