The Super Falcons of Nigeria commenced their World Cup campaign with a well-deserved goalless draw with Olympic champions, Canada in Melbourne.
Nigeria’s goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie was outstanding and made several saves including a second half penalty to keep Nigeria in the game.
Chiamaka Nnadozie in action for Nigeria
Christine Sinclair was handed the opportunity to become the first ever player to score at six FIFA World Cups, when she was fouled inside the area by Francisca Ordega early in the second half and referee Lina Lehtovaara awarded the penalty after the video assistant referee intervened. But, Nnadozie stopped her spot kick.
Remember that there are only three players that have scored at five FIFA World Cups, Christine Sinclair, Marta of Brazil and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal.
Nigeria finished the match with 10 women after Deborah Abiodun was sent off late on for a high tackle on Ashley Lawrence.
Canada and Nigeria have one point in Group B, behind co-hosts Australia, who are leading with three points after defeating Ireland by a lone goal in their opening match.
Nigeria will take on Australia on Thursday in their second match.
