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  "id": 14357484,
  "title": "Olympic qualifiers: Ajibade injury blow clouds Falcons five-star win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/olympic-qualifiers-ajibade-injury-blow-clouds-falcons-five-star-win",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-14T03:28:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/olympic-qualifiers-ajibade-injury-blow-clouds-falcons-five-star-win/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigeria's Super Falcons put on a show at the Remo Stars Stadium, beating Comoros 5-0 in the second leg to finish with a dominant 7-0 aggregate win and secure their place in the next round of CAF Women’s Olympic qualifying. Having taken a 2-0 lead from the first leg, the reigning African champions showcased their dominance over the island nation's defense in a lopsided match. Toni Payne and Uchenna Kanu shone, scoring a brace each to upset the Comorian backline, while Christy Ucheibe added class with a penalty conversion.\n\nHowever, the triumph was overshadowed by a worrying injury scare for captain Rasheedat Ajibade. The key midfielder was substituted mid-game and had to be replaced, causing concern ahead of upcoming fixtures. Folashade Ijamilusi came on as a substitute and quickly made an impact, pairing up with Blessing Okpe to inject energy and creativity into the attack and help seal the victory. Nigeria's comprehensive win ensures their advancement to the third round, setting the stage for a high-profile match against Morocco as the Super Falcons inch closer to the 2028 Olympic Games.",
  "summary": "Nigeria’s Super Falcons beat Comoros 5-0 to advance in the Olympic qualifiers, but the victory was marred by an injury to captain Rasheedat Ajibade. Read More: https://punchng.com/olympic-qualifiers-ajibade-injury-blow-clouds-falcons-five-star-win/",
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        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "Olympics Qualifiers: Nigeria’s Super Falcons eye Comoros scalp to set up Morocco showdown",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/olympics-qualifiers-nigerias-super-falcons-eye-comoros-scalp-to-set",
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        "title": "Olympic Qualifier: Eguavoen targets victory as Super Falcons promise goals against Comoros",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/olympic-qualifier-eguavoen-targets-victory-as-super-falcons-promise",
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        "outlet": "BusinessDay Nigeria",
        "title": "2028 Olympics qualifiers: Super Falcons sweep past Comoros to set up Morocco clash",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/2028-olympics-qualifiers-super-falcons-sweep-past-comoros-to-set-up",
        "published": "2026-10-13T20:13:52.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Kurt Benkert says Falcons should sign former Super Bowl MVP",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/kurt-benkert-says-falcons-should-sign-former-super-bowl-mvp",
        "published": "2026-10-13T21:45:41.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Olympic qualifiers: Ajibade injury blow clouds Falcons five-star win",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/olympic-qualifiers-ajibade-injury-blow-clouds-falcons-five-star-win-14358127",
        "published": "2026-10-14T03:32:56.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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