Nigeria’s Super Falcons Set for WAFCON Final Showdown with Morocco After Thrilling Semi-Final Triumph
Enet
The Super Falcons of Nigeria secured their place in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, defeating arch-rivals and defending champions South Africa 2-1 in a gripping semi-final clash. The victory keeps Nigeria’s aspirations alive for a record-extending 10th continental title as they prepare to face tournament hosts Morocco in the final.
Rasheedat Ajibade broke the deadlock in the closing moments of the first half, calmly converting a penalty after South Africa’s Bambanani Mbane was penalized for a handball in the box. South Africa responded in the 60th minute when Hildah Magaia won a penalty following a foul by Nigeria’s Osinachi Ohale, restoring parity. As the match appeared destined for extra time, Michelle Alozie delivered a moment of brilliance, scoring a spectacular long-range goal deep in stoppage time to secure Nigeria’s victory.
In the other semi-final, host nation Morocco earned their spot in the final with a 4-2 penalty shootout win over Ghana at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday night. The Atlas Lionesses and Black Queens played out an intense 1-1 draw after 120 minutes, with Stella Nyamekye scoring for Ghana and Sakina Ouzraoui finding the net for Morocco. Morocco prevailed in the shootout, capitalizing on two missed penalties by Ghana.
The stage is now set for a highly anticipated final between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses, as Nigeria aims to further solidify their dominance in African women’s football.
