Just at it was 26 years ago in the City of Nantes, France, Spain were overwhelming favourites as contenders for the title and were expected to beat Nigeria who at the time were undergoing ‘no-win’ streak’ so also it is now.
But contrary to expectations, Nigeria inflicted severe pains on Spain.
A repeat of this is what is expected of the Super Falcons as they face the overwhelming opponents, Spain on the same Stade de la Beaujoire.
Twenty six years ago, Nigeria won 3-2. Sports Village Square correspondent who witnessed the what was one of the major upsets in World Cup history has already taken accommodation just three minute walking distance to the theatre of dream, the Stade de la Beaujoire.
A win by the Super Falcons will put them on the path of possible qualification for the quarter-finals. A loss will be a huge set-back.
According to a release by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Nigeria’s captain, Rasheedat Ajibade is quoted as saying: “We missed quite a few chances against Brazil, and they took their chance. We will do our best to take our chances against Spain on Sunday.”
Kick off is 6pm local time
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