Women’s World Cup: Nigeria wins co-hosts Australia 3-2 in comback victory
Nigeria's Super Falcons stunned co-hosts Australia 3-2 in their second group game of the 2017 Women's World Cup, increasing their chances of progressing to the next round.
Australia grabbed the lead in injury time at the conclusion of the first half through Emily van Egmond, but Nigeria responded with goals from Uchenna Kanu, Osinachi Ohale, and substitute Asisat Oshoala.
Deep into second-half stoppage time, Australia's defender Alanna Kennedy scored a late consolation goal.
