Author: Tumininu Yussuf
Speaking to thenff.com, Olowookere explained the importance of securing a big result at home in order to ease the pressure ahead of next week’s second leg in Blida.
The 4–0 scoreline (14–12, 13–11, 11–9, 11–2) masked what was, at first, a tightly contested battle.
Her presence in the women’s 100 metres hurdles instantly elevates the field, which boasts some of the fiercest rivals in world athletics.
The 15-time kings of Europe have been dethroned — and by a side many dismissed as inexperienced and underpowered just months ago.
Their return to the elite stage after 42 years ended in heartbreak, yet Villa Park witnessed a performance that reminded the continent: this side belongs.
Aruna opened Group 16 with a 3-1 win over Benin’s Abdel-Kader Salifou, overcoming both a stubborn opponent and a nagging hamstring issue.
The return leg will take place at the Stade Mustapha Tchaker in Blida, on April 25, with the winner on aggregate progressing to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup finals.
Ogoh hinted at possible squad reinforcements and tactical fine-tuning ahead of the high-stakes playoffs in June.
The victory keeps Fortuna Hjorring firmly at the top of the Danish league with seven matches to go, as they eye a return to championship glory.
The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) confirmed that all efforts, including diplomatic channels, were exhausted to secure her participation.
