Spain defender Laia Aleixandri has expressed her team's readiness for today's Group C encounter against the Super Falcons of Nigeria at the Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The world champions, who came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in their opening game, are poised to progress to the knockout round with a win over Nigeria.

Aleixandri acknowledged that the match will be a challenging one, but emphasized that her team is prepared.

"Any game in the Olympics is a battle, but it's true that with Nigeria we are expecting a very physical match. We are prepared," she told Fifa

Aleixandri's confidence reflects Spain's determination to build on their winning start and secure a spot in the next round.

The Super Falcons, meanwhile, face a must-win situation after their narrow loss to Brazil in their opening game.

By Olujimi Dare Ogun

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