In case you are wondering about the Super Falcons’ match today against Japan in the 2024 Olympic Games, we have you covered.
The encounter will see two heavyweights from their respective continents go head-to-head for the three points, and with Nigeria needing a win to keep alive any hope of progress to the quarter-final, it promises to be an epic showdown.
Japan were themselves on the edge, before staging a rousing, late comeback to beat Brazil 2-1 in their second group match on Sunday.
What time is Super Falcons match today in Nigeria?
The Super Falcons’ Olympics encounter with Japan will be played at Stade de la Beaujouire, Nantes at 16:00 Nigerian time.
Where to watch Super Falcons match today?
Nigerians can tune in to Supersport for live coverage of this match. Meanwhile, fans from Japan can tune in to NHK G TV for live coverage of this match.
Super Falcons match today vs Japan
The Super Falcons, Africa's top-ranked team, will have to believe in the improbable when they take the field against Nadeshiko Japan.
The nine-time African champions were resolute in their defending and even troubled reigning world champions Spain on occasion, but ultimately left with nothing following Alexia Putellas' screamer inside the last 10 minutes.
For all the concern over how Randy Waldrum's side would fare against such high-calibre opposition, Nigeria showed that they are not a side to roll over, regardless of the obstacle in front of them.
Japan are a different proposition, but are no less capable of making the Super Falcons match today difficult.
Super Falcons match today live
Coach Randy Waldrum will need to tap into the attacking instincts of his side if they are to have success today..
Asisat Oshoala, who came into the side for the match against Spain, showed glimpses of class, leading many to question why she was left out of the defeat to Brazil. With a convincing victory required, it would come as a surprise if she did not start the Super Falcons match today.
