The Super Falcons of Nigeria will take on England in their round of 16 clash at the Women’s World Cup.
England thrashed China 6-1 on Tuesday to top Group D and confirm the round of 16 fixture against Nigeria.
The Lionesses finished the group stage with nine maximum points, ahead of Denmark who accrued six.
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Recall that the Super Falcons, just like England, went through the group stages without losing a single match.
Nigeria drew goalless against Canada in their first game before stunning co-hosts Australia 3-2. The West Africans then played another barren draw against the Republic of Ireland in their third group match.
Meanwhile, Sarina Weigman’s ladies recorded back-to-back 1-0 wins over Haiti and Denmark respectively in their first two group outings.
Date, Time and Venue of the Match
Nigeria will take on England for a place in the quarter-finals on Monday, 7th August at the Suncorp Stadium, Milton, Australia.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:30am Nigeria time (also WAT/GMT+1).
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