By DailySports Nigeria on July 27, 2025

Nigeria’s Super Falcons staged a remarkable comeback from a two-goal deficit to defeat host nation Morocco 3-2, securing their record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title on Saturday.Nigerian history books

The victory, dubbed “Mission X” by the team, reaffirmed Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football while denying Morocco their first-ever continental crown in front of a fervent home crowd.

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Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses struck early, with captain Ghizlane Chebbak opening the scoring in the 13th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to fire past goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie.

The hosts doubled their lead in the 24th minute through Sanaa Mssoudy, whose clinical finish sent the 21,000-capacity stadium into a frenzy, putting Nigeria on the ropes.

Undeterred, the Super Falcons clawed their way back into the contest. In the 64th minute, Esther Okoronkwo converted a penalty to halve the deficit, igniting hope for Nigeria.

Seven minutes later, Florence Ijamilusi leveled the score with a composed finish, restoring parity and shifting momentum.

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As the match neared extra time, a lengthy VAR review in the 84th minute denied Morocco a potential penalty, keeping the score at 2-2.

With six minutes of stoppage time added, substitute Jennifer Echegini delivered the decisive blow in the 88th minute, slotting home to spark wild celebrations among the Nigerian contingent.Nigerian history books

The Super Falcons held firm through the final moments to secure the victory, maintaining their perfect record in WAFCON finals with 10 wins from 10 appearances.

Under coach Justine Madugu, Nigeria showcased resilience and attacking depth, with eight different players contributing goals throughout the tournament.

Despite a relatively quiet campaign from six-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year Asisat Oshoala, players like captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Okoronkwo, and Echegini stepped up in critical moments. The team’s defensive solidity was equally impressive, conceding just one goal from open play across six matches.

The match, a rematch of the dramatic 2022 semi-final where Morocco edged Nigeria on penalties, lived up to its billing as a clash of African football titans.

Nigeria’s victory not only extended their unparalleled WAFCON legacy but also highlighted their ability to thrive under pressure, even against a Moroccan side buoyed by home support and significant investment in women’s football.Newspaper advertising services

Source DailySports Nigeria

Posted July 26, 2025

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