Nigeria’s Super Falcons pulled off a remarkable 3-2 comeback victory over host nation Morocco in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final on Saturday, securing their historic 10th continental crown. Seeking revenge for their semi-final loss to Morocco in the previous edition, Coach Justin Madugu’s side showed resilience after falling 2-0 behind in the…
My beloved Super Falcons, Tonight, you stand at the cusp of history as you face the host nation, Morocco, in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat. Your performance at this tournament over the past three weeks has been awe-inspiring. You have represented our country with pride,…
The Super Falcons had their first feel of a new training pitch in Rabat yesterday as they stepped up preparations for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final in Morocco. The Nigerian team arrived in the Moroccan capital on Wednesday, just a day after securing a 2-1 semifinal victory over South Africa’s Banyana…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Super Falcons for their hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa’s Banyana Banyana, securing a place in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Casablanca, Morocco. In a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the President praised the team’s performance as a…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons clinched a spot in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final in Morocco with a dramatic 2-1 victory over South Africa, thanks to a last-minute strike from defender Mitchel Alozie. With the semifinal clash poised to head into extra time, Alozie delivered a long ball into the South African penalty area….
WAFCON 2024 Semi-Final Preview: Nigeria and South Africa Set for Another Historic Showdown When Nigeria and South Africa meet on a football pitch, it’s never just a game. Their clash in the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Tuesday is a fierce continuation of a storied rivalry — a battle…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have advanced to the semi-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following a dominant 5-0 victory over Zambia in their quarter-final match on Friday. Osinachi Ohale got Nigeria off to a flying start, heading home in the 2nd minute from a well-delivered set-piece. The 11-time champions doubled their lead when…
Despite a goalless draw, the Super Falcons secured top spot in Group B and will face Zambia in the quarter-finals on Friday at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Algeria’s Fennecs earned a hard-fought point against Nigeria in their final group-stage match, holding the nine-time champions to a 0-0 draw. Justine Madugu’s side…
Chinwendu Ihezuo came off the bench to net a dramatic late winner, securing the Super Falcons’ second consecutive victory at the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco on Thursday. With six points from two games, Nigeria is now guaranteed a spot in the quarterfinals. Coach Justin Madugu retained the same starting lineup from…
Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu, has named a 24-player squad for the upcoming 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with key stars including team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, and forwards Francisca Ordega and Asisat Oshoala making the list. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the squad is set to…
