The super falcons of Nigeria has defeated host nation, Australia by 3 goals to 2 to record their first win in the ongoing 2023 women’s world cup tournament.

With the victory over the Aussies, the Super Falcon’s chance of reaching the round of 16 have been boosted after Canada secured a 2-1 victory against Ireland on Wednesday.

Australia opened scoring on the first minute into first half added time through Emily van Egmond, but Nigeria equalised six minutes into first half added time through Uchenna Kanu, making it 1-1 going into the break.

The super falcons made it 1-2 on 65 minutes from a strike by Osinachi Ohale to take the lead for the first time in the game before substitute Asisat Oshoala made it 1-3 for the Super Falcons on 72 minutes.

With the full backing of a rancourous crowd in Sydney, Alanna Kennedy added a second goal for Australia 10 minutes into added time to make it 2-3.

The super falcons didnt falter despite the immense presure from the host as they desperately search for an equalizer, with Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie in great form as the Falcons held on to an historic win.