Nigeria pulled off the first major shock at the Women's World Cup on Thursday by defeating Australia 3-2, endangering the chances of the tournament co-hosts.
Nigeria Defeat Australia with Asisat Oshoala's 72nd-minute Volley

Asisat Oshoala's 72nd-minute volley into an open goal secured a well-deserved victory for the African team after Uchenna Kanu equalized Emily van Egmond's opener just before half-time, and Osinachi Ohale nudged Nigeria ahead in the second half.

Despite Alanna Kennedy's header goal in the 10th minute of stoppage time, Australia couldn't close the gap, and Nigeria held on to achieve one of the most memorable wins in their history at the global showcase.

Nigeria won the game in front of a large crowd at Lang Park, tying Canada for first place in Group B with four points but taking the lead on goal differential. 

The 11-time African winners were scheduled to play group-finale opponent Ireland, who had already been eliminated.

For the Matildas to secure a spot in the round of 16, they must defeat Olympic champions Canada in their last group match. 

Unfortunately, Australia was without talismanic striker Sam Kerr and attacking midfielder Mary Fowler due to injuries, and their makeshift forward line struggled to find the back of the net despite numerous chances that flew wide and over the bar in both halves.

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