FalconsOn paper, today’s game between Nigeria and England at the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand looks like a classic David versus Goliath clash.
The gap between both sides indicates that it is a mismatch, but it is not really that simple.Among the battles today is the clash between Nigeria’s star player Asisat Oshoala against England’s defender and captain, Millie Bright, a fellow Ballon d’Or nominee like Oshoala.
Available to Waldrum for this important battle are midfield anchors Christy Ucheibe and Halimatu Ayinde, and attacking midfielder Rasheedat Ajibade, who are in the form of their lives.
According to statistics provided by thenff.com, Ucheibe excelled in 18 tackles in the group phase, while Ayinde had the highest passing accuracy in the match against Australia and won more possession against Republic of Ireland.