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Despite battling wintry conditions on the outskirts of Algiers, Bankole Olowookere’s side showed maturity, absorbing pressure from the hosts while creating the better chances in the match.

D’Tigress will battle Mozambique and Rwanda for a place in the knockout stage of the prestigious continental championship.

Reflecting on controversial moments from past campaigns, he cited their 2022 trip to Egypt, where the team encountered unexpected challenges.

The Washington Spirit, now 4-1-0 with 12 points, remain firmly in contention near the top of the NWSL table.

After the game, Gusau announced a cash reward of N6 million for the team, with N2 million from the NFF.

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.

Her presence in the women’s 100 metres hurdles instantly elevates the field, which boasts some of the fiercest rivals in world athletics.

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.

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.​