Super Falcons coach Randy Waldrum has said he is proud of how his the Super Falcons fared against England and Australia, semi-finalists at this year’s FIFA women’s World Cup.
The Three Lionesses of England defeated the Matildas of Australia 3-1 on Wednesday, August 16 to qualify for the final.
The Super Falcons faced both Australia and the Three Lionesses at this year’s tournament.
In their second group game against Australia, the nine-time African champions shocked the co-hosts 3-2.
Then in the round of 16 England, who had scored in all their three group games, fired blanks and had to advance after a 4-2 penalty shootout win.
Reacting after the semi-final clash between Australia and England, Waldrum talked up his team’s impressive performance against the football heavyweights.
“Proud moment watching this England –Australia semi-final! We beat Australia and tied England with the Super Falcons! What a tournament we had!,” the American wrote on Twitter.
Meanwhile, England and Spain will square off on Sunday in a first-ever appearance in the final for both teams.
By Toju Sote