Watch As Nnadozie Saves Penalty Against Canada
Super Falcons captain and goalie Chiamaka Nnadozie came to Nigeria’s rescue in their first game at the 2023 Women’s World Cup against Canada.
In a pivotal moment during the match, Super Falcons’ talented goalie and captain, Chiamaka Nnadozie, emerged as the team’s savior in the 51st minute by making a remarkable penalty save that could have given Canada the lead.
The critical incident unfolded when Francesca Ordega committed a foul inside the penalty area, leading to a penalty being awarded after a thorough VAR consultation. With the pressure on, Canada’s captain, Sinclair, stepped up to take the penalty, but her attempt was expertly denied by none other than Chiamaka Nnadozie, who showcased her goalkeeping prowess on the day while also leading her Nigerian team as captain.
Watch the save here: