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Waldrum 'proud' of Super Falcons despite defeat to USA

The reigning African champions bowed to the Stars and Stripes, but the American tactician praised his side for their doggedness

Randy Waldrum has expressed his appreciation with Nigeria’s performance against the United States of America, despite losing 2-0.

Lifted by their 3-3 draw with Portugal the last time out, the African side came into the encounter with the ambition of achieving another positive result.

However, they bowed to the four-time Women’s World Cup winners with goals from Christen Press and Lynn Williams settling the encounter at the Q2 Stadium, Austin, Texas.

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