Randy Waldrum has attributed his team's painful defeat to Spain to just one thing the Super Falcons failed to do.
Super Falcons head coach, Randy Waldrum, has blamed his side's defeat to Spain on their inability to convert scoring chances.
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Super Falcons suffer another heartbreak against Spain
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The West African side produced a resilient defensive display, frustrating the world champions for the majority of the game.
However, a moment of brilliance from Alexia Putellas, who equalled Lionel Messi's record, shattered the Nigerian resistance in the 84th minute.
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PARIS 2024: Asisat Oshoala reveals reason behind Super Falcons' loss against Spain
Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala has opened up on why Nigeria lost to Spain in their second Olympic game.
The Super Falcons fought valiantly for an equaliser, with substitute Chinwedu Ihezuo coming closest but unable to convert a late chance.
Why Spain defeated Nigeria - Randy Waldrum
Despite being under pressure for much of the game, Nigeria managed to create several opportunities but failed to capitalise on the chances they created.
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"We had three or four good opportunities today, regrettably, we didn't convert them.
"We had one in the first half, a breakaway for Asisat and Rash (Rasheedat Ajibade) that we missed. We had chances, regrettably, the Spanish converted theirs," Waldrum said after the 1-0 loss, per Soccer Net.
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PARIS 2024: Ballon d'Or winner reveals conversation with teammates before Super Falcons clash
Spanish hero has revealed what she told her teammate before their Olympic clash with the Super Falcons.
Despite the defeat, Waldrum expressed pride in his team's performance against the world champions.
"We lost to two of the best teams in the world. Spain is the best team in the world right now and Brazil are in the top 10.
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"We have shown that we could have gotten something out of those matches. It shows we can play against anybody in the world. So I am proud of the players," he added.
The defeat leaves Nigeria's Olympic dream hanging in the balance. The Super Falcons will battle Japan in the last group game.
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