In a commanding display at the 13th edition of the African Games in Cape Coast on Monday, the Nigeria women's team delivered a stellar performance, securing a convincing 4-0 win over Senegal.

The stage was set for a pivotal matchup in Group B of the women's football competition at the Cape Coast Stadium, as both teams aimed to secure their spot in the semi-finals.

Fresh off a resounding victory over Morocco, the reigning champions entered the game with momentum and determination.

Nigeria's dominance on the field was evident throughout the match, with Loveth Njideka Edeh opening the scoring early on, showcasing the team's attacking prowess.

Motunrayo Ezekiel extended Nigeria's lead with a spectacular volley, while an own goal by Senegal's Aisha Kales further added to Nigeria's advantage.

Chioma Olise sealed the victory with a well-executed goal in the 82nd minute.

Coach Chris Danjuma expressed his satisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing their relentless pursuit of excellence.

He stated, "Our mentality coming into this game was to improve on the Morocco game by three times. We needed to keep going till it was beyond their reach."

Danjuma's ambition is clear as he sets his sights on the ultimate prize, expressing a desire to face Ghana in the final.

Despite the heavy defeat, Senegal's coach, Mbayang Thiam, remains focused on refining her team's performance. She noted, "We didn't see this heavy defeat coming.

The results don't reflect the game." Thiam emphasized the need for improvements in defense and attack, highlighting the team's youth and the mental impact of referee decisions.