Nigeria’s Falconets lost Sunday’s FIFA Women’s U-20 World Cup quarter final match, conceding a late minute goal in the encounter.

The Nigerians were reduced to 10 players in the 77th minute when Kafayat Mafisere was sent off, with VAR subsequently confirming the red card.

The game appeared destined for extra time after both sides failed to break the deadlock during the regulation 90 minutes, but Colombia struck in the second minute of stoppage time to secure a dramatic victory.

Valerin Loboa scored the decisive goal in the 92nd minute, firing Colombia ahead after Nigeria had battled to keep their opponents at bay for most of the contest.

Falconets’ best effort came when Tumininu Adeshina stepped forward from the back and unleashed a powerful long-range left-foot shot that was heading for the net before Louisa Agudelo tipped it over

The first half had ended goalless, with Nigeria registering several attempts while Colombia also created opportunities, including efforts from Loboa and Isabella Diaz.