By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will come up against England in the Round of 16 at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
The fixture was confirmed following the completion of Group D matches on Tuesday.
England thrashed China 6-1 in their final group game on Tuesday.
Lauren James grabbed a brace for England in the encounter.
Chloe Kelly, Alessia Ruso, Lauren Hemp and Rachel Daly were the other goal scorers for England in the game. READ ALSO:
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The encounter between England and Nigeria is billed for the Lang Park, Brisbane on Monday, August 7.
It will be the first ever meeting between both teams at this level.
