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Captain Ghizlane Chebbak opened the scoring with a sublime curling strike, before Sanaa Mssoudy\u2019s scuffed effort doubled the advantage at the packed 21,000-capacity Olympic Stadium.<\/p>\n<p>But the second half belonged to the resilient Super Falcons. Esther Okoronkwo began the turnaround in the 64th minute, calmly converting from the penalty spot after Nouhaila Benzina handled Folamide Ijamilusi\u2019s cross. Just seven minutes later, Okoronkwo drove into the box and set up Ijamilusi to slot home the equaliser.<\/p>\n<p>With the clock winding down, Okoronkwo again proved decisive, delivering a precise pass for substitute Jennifer Echegini, who sealed the victory with two minutes remaining. 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