2023 FIFAWWC: Super Falcons Stars Earn Good Ratings From Pundits Against England

2023 FIFAWWC: Super Falcons Stars Earn Good Ratings From Pundits Against England

Ibrahim Lateef

England may have reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup after a hard-fought 120 minutes, but beating Nigeria 4-2 on penalties in the Round of 16 game of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brisbane, but the Super Falcons stars earned good ratings from the English Press, reports BSNSports.com.ng.

The Guardian of the United Kingdom, rated players of the Super Falcons better than the Three Lionesses.

Chiamaka Nnadozie Brilliant stops to deny Russo and, twice, Daly. Commanded her defensive line well. 8

Michelle Alozie Big headed opportunity early on. Strong in the air and managed England’s attackers well. 7

Osinachi Ohale Struggled at times to handle the pace of England’s front two. Lucky not to be booked. 7

Oluwatosin Demehin Rare mistake to present Russo with an early chance. Grew into her defensive role. 7

Ashleigh Plumptre Supported Nigeria’s attack at every opportunity. Hit the bar and forced Earps into a fine save. 8

Halimatu Ayinde Energetic throughout and marshalled James well. Strong in the delivery too. 7

Christy Ucheibe Strong in midfield and impressive in the press. Disrupted England’s rhythm. 8

Uchenna Kanu Always an option on the right. Full of running and delivery. Hit the bar in the second half. 8

Toni Payne Relatively quiet by her standards this tournament. Struggled to find space to break into. 6

Rasheedat Ajibade Another strong forward-minded player who supported Nigeria’s attack throughout. 7

Ifeoma Onumonu Fed off scraps despite being good in the press. Substituted for Oshoala shortly after half-time. 6

Substitutes: Asisat Oshoala (for Onumonu, 58) 7 ; Francisca Ordega (for Kanu, 81) 6; Jennifer Echegini (for Ayinde) 6; Desire Oparanozie (for Payne, 114) 6.