Thank You God - Rinsola Babajide celebrate 1st Super Falcons goal
Rinsola Babajide was the star as the Super Falcons of Nigeria recorded a commanding 3-0 victory over Tunisia at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca in their opening clash of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The 26-year-old winger, who plies her trade with UDG Tenerife in Spain’s Liga F.
Rinsola Babajide on Super Falcons goal
She provided the first goal for Asisat Oshoala early in the game.
She then showcased her pace and skill, weaving past Tunisian defenders to unleash a powerful shot for the second.
Esther Okoronkwo created he third for Chiwendu Ihezuo to add a third, securing a perfect start for Nigeria in Group B.
Babajide etched her name into Nigerian football history with a dream debut, scoring her first international goal in only 45 minutes of action.
Despite losing the Woman of the Match award to Okoronkwo, Babajide was excited about her goal and the result.
She took to her official social media platforms to post photos of the game.
Along with the photos was a message that said, "A dream start & debut!
"Over the moon to have scored my first international goal for my country 🇳🇬🥳.
"WHAT A FEELING!!! Thank you God for giving us this day 🥹🙏🏾"
Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has warned that the team needs to improve ahead of their second group game against Botswana.