Nigeria’s Falconets kicked off their WAFU B Women’s Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Ghana’s Black Princesses on Saturday.

Akeremkowei inspires strong start

Forward Janet Akeremkowei led the charge with a brilliant brace, while Favour Nkwocha added the third to seal the win.

Akeremkowei opened the scoring from the penalty spot before doubling the lead for Moses Aduku’s side just before halftime.

Ghana fight back, but Nigeria stay dominant

Ghana’s Sarah Nyarko pulled one back four minutes into the second half, briefly giving the Black Princesses hope.

However, Nkwocha struck again two minutes from time to restore Nigeria’s two-goal cushion and secure all three points.

Next fixture

The Falconets will look to maintain their perfect start when they take on Young Amazons of Benin Republic in their next group game on Sunday morning.