Falconets Fall to Mexico 1-0 in Final Friendly Ahead of U-20 Women’s World Cup

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2 years ago

August 27, 2024

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The Nigerian U-20 women’s football team, the Falconets, suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Mexico in their final warm-up match ahead of the upcoming FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup.

The friendly match saw Alejandro Lomeli score the decisive goal for the Mexican side just ten minutes into the game, giving them an early lead that the Falconets were unable to overcome.

This loss comes after the Falconets’ earlier victory, where they defeated Australia 2-1 in their first friendly match of the preparatory series.

Despite this setback, the Nigerian team remains focused on their upcoming challenge as they prepare for their first fixture in the World Cup against South Korea.

Head coach Chris Danjuma and his team will travel to Bogota, Colombia, where they will face the South Koreans on Sunday, September 1.

The Falconets are in a competitive group that also features former champions Germany and Venezuela, which adds to the level of difficulty as they aim to make a strong impact in the tournament.

With the World Cup on the horizon, the Falconets will be looking to build on their strengths and improve upon their performance as they gear up for the group stage.

The team is determined to rise above the challenges and compete at their best against some of the world’s strongest football nations.

Paul Merson Advises Mikel Arteta Ahead of Sunday’s Match

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17 hours ago

March 20, 2026

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Arsenal legend Paul Merson passes message to Mikel Arteta to place Kepa Arrizabalaga as the goalkeeper in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.

In a recent interview he shared “Arsenal need to make a big decision whether to go with Kepa Arrizabalaga or David Raya in goal, Kepa has been first-choice in the Carabao Cup, and they should stick with him. It is only fair because he played well and took them to this stage”

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Joleon Lescott Backs Arsenal Ahead of Sporting Clash

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18 hours ago

March 20, 2026

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Former Manchester City player, Joleon Lescott shares his prediction on Arsenal FC ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash.

It can be noted that Arsenal will face Sporting CP in the quarter-finals, while FC Barcelona will take on Atlético Madrid.

“I would not say so just because of the way they defend.

“I think a more compact team like Arsenal, and with the offensive talent that they have, I think will cause Barca a lot of problems because I still think there are frailties in their defensive line.”

He shared that Arsenal has a chance of going far in the competition.