Oshoala scores as Nigeria defeats Zambia in Wafcon group match
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Asisat Oshoala scored the only goal in Nigeria's 1-0 victory over Zambia at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco on August 1, 2026. Despite a red card for Oluwatosin Demehin just before halftime, Nigeria held on to secure the win, boosting their chances to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. The Super Falcons were in a precarious position after losing their opening match against Malawi. Nigeria now sits level with Zambia in Group C, both teams trailing Malawi. Nigeria and Zambia will compete against Egypt and Malawi respectively in their final group matches on August 4.
- •Oshoala's goal came in the 8th minute.
- •Demehin was sent off in the 40th minute after a VAR review.
- •Nigeria now has three points in Group C.
- •Malawi leads the group with six points after beating Egypt.
- •Final group matches are scheduled for August 4.
- 10:23 PMYahoo Sports — Oshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid
- 10:23 PMBBC Football — Oshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid
"Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
"Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 10:23 PMOshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid
Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
- BBC FootballAug 1, 2026, 10:23 PMOshoala revives Nigeria's Wafcon and World Cup bid
Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.
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