Asisat Oshoala calls for rescue of abducted Oyo students and teachers after Super Falcons win

Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala used her celebration after scoring in a 2-1 win against Senegal to demand the release of kidnapped pupils and teachers in Oyo State.

Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala used her celebration after scoring in a 2-1 victory over Senegal on Friday to call attention to the abduction of dozens of pupils and teachers in Oyo State.

Oshoala opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 32nd minute at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne. After converting, she held up a wristband that read: "Save the teachers. Bring back our children."

Toni Payne doubled Nigeria's lead before halftime. Senegal reduced the deficit in the 86th minute, but the nine-time African champions held on for the win. The friendly was part of Nigeria's preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.