Oshoala's early goal powers Nigeria to 1-0 win over Zambia at WAFCON

In the Women's Africa Cup of Nations match at Rabat's Al Medina Stadium, Nigeria secured a 1-0 victory over Zambia, a result that maintains their path to the 2027 Women's World Cup. Asisat Oshoala gave the Super Falcons the lead early, netting after her initial shot was parried by goalkeeper Hazel Nali. Five minutes before halftime, VAR determined that defender Oluwatosin Demehin had fouled Zambia striker Barbra Banda as the last defender, resulting in a red card.

Despite playing with ten men, Zambia failed to equalise, with attempts from Racheal Kundananji and Grace Chanda falling short. Nigeria's goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie made a crucial save, and the team preserved the lead until the final whistle. Both Nigeria and Zambia now sit on three points, while Malawi leads Group C after beating Egypt.