Paris 2024: Nigeria falls to Brazil in Olympics group opener

Nigeria’s Super Falcons had a tough start to their Paris 2024 Olympics campaign, going down 1-0 to Brazil in their opening group game in Bordeaux.

Nigeria put in a strong defensive performance but were unable to overcome Brazil’s attack.

Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie made several crucial saves, but the Brazilian attack, led by Marta and Gabi Nunes, proved too strong.

Gabi Nunes scored the only goal of the match in the 37th minute, firing a long-range shot past Nnadozie after receiving an assist from Marta.

The Super Falcons had their chances, with Brazilian goalkeeper Lorena denying attempts from Rasheedat Ajibade and Christy Ucheibe.

In the final moments of the match, Ajibade made a goal-scoring play but was brought down by the Brazilian defence, preventing Nigeria from equalising.

Randy Waldrum’s team will need to regroup and refocus as they prepare to face Spain, who earlier defeated Japan 2-1.

Brazil and Spain currently lead Group C at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, while Nigeria is in last place.

The Super Falcons will be hoping to secure their first win in their next match to keep their tournament hopes alive.