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US Summer Series: Oliseh Applauds Falcons Brave Comeback Vs Portugal 

By Obiajulu Joel Nwolu

June 15, 2021

Former Super Eagles player and coach, Sunday Oliseh has lauded the Super Falcons for their comeback which saw them secure a 3-3 draw against Portugal, in their second game of the four-nation Summer Series.

The Falcons left it late through a goal by Rasheedat Ajibade in the stoppage time to pull level on the scoresheet.

The Europeans raced to a 2-0 before the Falcons reduced the deficit late in the first half.

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Early in the second half, Portugal went 3-1 before the Falcons dragged themselves back in the game scoring two goals.

In his reaction, Oliseh tweeted on his verified Twitter handle: ”Don’t you just love the change in pace Naija style? Great comeback.”

The Falcons will take on hosts USA in their final game of the tournament on Thursday, 17 June at 2am Nigerian time.

Source: CompleteSports