The upcoming Round of 16 encounter between the Lionesses and the Super Falcons at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be very tough.

Former England star, Rachel Yankey stated this while reviewing the tie with British media outlet, The Metro.​

Yankey warned that the Super Falcons will be difficult to crack due to their unique style of football, adding that the Lionesses, European champions, should be prepared for a tough day in office.

“I think the next game will be quite tough to be honest. Nigeria play a very different style of football,” she told the Metro.

Nigeria and England will meet at Lang Park in Melbourne on Monday, with winner of the tie guaranteed a place in the last eight and Ninety thousand US dollar.