Super Falcons midfielder, Michelle Alozie, was named Player of the Match after producing an outstanding all-action display in Nigeria’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Asisat Oshoala’s eighth-minute strike proved decisive as the Super Falcons claimed all three points in a fiercely contested Group C encounter.
Nigeria’s task became significantly tougher when defender Oluwatosin Demehin was sent off in the 40th minute, forcing the nine-time African champions to play with 10 players for the remainder of the match.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Alozie delivered a tireless midfield performance, breaking up Zambia’s attacks and providing vital defensive cover as the Super Falcons held firm to preserve their slender lead.
The victory lifts Nigeria to second place in Group C, with the Super Falcons holding the head-to-head advantage over Zambia.
They must now secure a convincing win over Egypt in their final group-stage fixture to book a place in the quarter-finals.
Malawi currently lead the group with six points, while Nigeria know only a victory against Egypt will guarantee progression, as anything less could allow Zambia to overtake them on goal difference.
