Nigeria, July 7 -- At half-time, Nigeria held a flattering 2-0 lead over Tunisia in their WAFCON Group B opener at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca.

The Super Falcons had the advantage on the scoreboard but hadn't fully clicked; control was patchy, fluidity lacking. Asisat Oshoala, though on the scoresheet, seemed out of rhythm and remained in the dressing room for the second half.

In her place came Esther Okoronkwo; a quiet substitution that changed everything.

In just 45 minutes, the 27-year-old lit up the left flank with a performance bursting with energy, precision, and intelligence. Okoronkwo was a constant menace: powerful and mobile, she dragged Tunisian defenders out of shape, drew fouls, opened up passing lanes, and capp...