Nigeria Qualifies for the Round of 16 in the 2023 Women’s World Cup with a Draw Against Ireland (0-0)”
The third matchday of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Group B took place on Monday morning. In a favorable position to qualify for the Round of 16 before the kickoff, Nigeria secured their spot with a goalless draw (0-0) against Ireland.
This result allowed the African team, still unbeaten in the competition (2 draws and 1 victory), to finish second in the group with 5 points and secure their ticket to the next round. The 40th FIFA-ranked nation had already reached the knockout stage of the World Cup during the 2019 edition in France. It’s another remarkable performance for the Super Falcons in the most prestigious football competition.
Australia Tops Group B In the same group, Australia is the other team that secured their ticket to the Round of 16. As co-hosts of this World Cup, the Matildas achieved a convincing 4-0 victory against the reigning Olympic champions, Canada, to top Group B. The goals in the match were scored by Raso (9th and 39th minutes), Fowler (58th minute), and Catley (90+3rd minute, penalty). On the other hand, Canada becomes the first major nation to exit the competition.
