Super Falcons’ Oparanozie Offers Apology for Penalty Miss
By Kasim Isa Muhammad
Kanempress
7th August 2023
Super Falcons’ forward, Desire Oparanozie, expressed her regrets and offered an apology for failing to convert her penalty into a goal during the team’s Round of 16 match against England.
It was learned that the Nigerian team lost 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw at the end of extra time.
Kanempress gathered that Oparanozie posted a heartfelt picture of herself in tears on Instagram, stating, “Sad day! Very disappointing to have lost through penalties, and even more disappointing not to have converted mine. And for this I deeply apologise…”
England’s victory secured their spot in the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals.
