Down
0–2 at halftime, the Super Falcons staged one of the most dramatic comebacks in
WAFCON history to defeat Morocco 3–2 and lift their 10th continental crown.
Zig Diaries Sports
Date: Saturday, 27 July 2025
Time: 23:45 WAT
Location: 📍Rabat, Morocco
Nigeria’s Super Falcons win a record 10th WAFCON title with
second-half heroics against host nation Morocco.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons added another glorious chapter
to their football legacy after pulling off a sensational comeback to beat hosts
Morocco 3–2 in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)
held in Rabat.
The Moroccans surged ahead in the
first half with goals from Ghizlane Chebbak and Sanaâ Mssoudy, sending the home
crowd into wild celebration. But the Falcons showed grit and maturity, roaring
back after the break.
Forward
Esther Okoronkwo converted a penalty to begin the rally, then provided the
assists for Folashade Ijamilusi and Joe Echegini, who both found the net to
complete Nigeria’s turnaround. The second half dominance silenced the stadium
and sealed a dramatic 3–2 win for the defending champions.
The victory seals Nigeria’s 10th
WAFCON trophy in 13 appearances, underlining the nation’s enduring dominance in
African women’s football.
🏆 Nigeria’s WAFCON Titles:
1998 🇳🇬
2000 🇳🇬
2002 🇳🇬
2004 🇳🇬
2006 🇳🇬
2010 🇳🇬
2014 🇳🇬
2016 🇳🇬
2018 🇳🇬
2024 🇳🇬
The win also brings redemption for
Coach Justin Madugu, whose squad had come under scrutiny ahead of the
tournament. This final was not just a title match — it was a statement.
🏷️Tags: Super Falcons, WAFCON 2024,
Nigeria vs Morocco, Women's Football, African Champions
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