Gift Monday is thrilled as she made her Women’s World Cup debut for the Super Falcons in Australia.

Monday came on as a second half substitute for her maiden appearance in the Women’s World Cup against Republic of Ireland at the Lang Park on Monday.

She contributed her bit to Nigeria’s success in reaching the Round of 16 of the tournament.

“I am so happy to make my debut. Personally, coming into the World Cup, my target was to go far in the World Cup than any other set did,” she said..

“It is my first World Cup, so, I need to make good use of it and make it memorable.”

The attacker also stated that the players will continue to give their best.

“As a team, we were preparing well, we did not just relax and feel like we were going to get everything on a platter of gold. All thanks to my teammates, everyone just came out and played their hearts out,” Monday said.

Facing England in the next match will be an exciting challenge for the Super Falcons.