By Osaro Matthew
Esther Okoronkwo’s lone goal proved to be decisive as the Super Falcons defeated Cameroon to advance to the next stage of Paris 2024 CAF Olympics qualifiers at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, platinumnewsng.com is reporting.
The match which started at 4pm saw Falcon’s striker, Okoronkwo give the host the lead. The goal came in the 14th minute from a goalmouth scramble.
Randy Waldrum side failed to add to increase their tally after bringing in key players like Asisat Oshoala and Uchenna Kanu in the second half.
Coach Waldrum whose contact expired in October 2023, returned to the dugout with the team after he was handed a new contract in January 2024.
The victory means Cameroon lose 1-0 on aggregate after both sides played a goalless draw at Stade de la Runificación in Douala.
The match came to a disastrous end for the Cameroonians as they were reduced to 10. Enganemben Annie got a red card the 90th minute.
The 11 times Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions, Super Falcons, will face either South Africa or Tanzania in April for the fourth round clash.