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BRISBANE, Australia — Chiamaka Nnadozie's Nigeria lineup had two chances hit the crossbar in a scoreless draw and only missed out on the Women's World Cup quarterfinals after losing a penalty shootout against England. The Super Falcons proved, once again, that rankings are less important than respect for rival teams under the tournament's expanded 32-team format. A late red card for England forward Lauren James for stomping on Nigeria defender Michelle Alozie took the focus off two tight halves of football on Monday that could have gone either way. Nnadozie says "It's not the end for Nigeria. We go back home, rest and come back stronger."
