Super Falcons captain Onome Ebi has said it is important for the team to get a win in their next game against Australia.
The nine-time African champions will come up against the Matildas in their second Group B game at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup on Thursday.
The encounter is slated for the Brisbane Stadium.
Randy Waldrum’s side played out an impressive 0-0 draw against Canada in their opening fixture last Friday.
Co-hosts Australia on the other hand defeated debutants Republic of Ireland 1-0 a day earlier.
Ebi reckoned it is important for the Super Falcons to beat the Australians as it will put the them in good position to secure a place in the next round.
“It is very important for us to collect the three points on Thursday. That will put us in a great position before we play the Irish,”Ebi told thenff.com.
The Super Falcons will welcome back Rasheedat Ajibade and Halimat Ayinde for the game.
The duo missed the game against Canada due to suspension.
