In a matter of days , Nigeria’s Super Falcons will meet host nation Morocco in the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after edging defending champions South Africa 2-1 in a dramatic semi-final in Casablanca.
Rasheedat Ajibade gave Nigeria the lead late in the first half, converting from the spot after a handball by South Africa’s Bambanani Mbane. Banyana Banyana levelled on the hour mark through Hildah Magaia, who was brought down in the box by Osinachi Ohale.
With the game poised for extra time, Michelle Alozie fired in a stunning stoppage-time winner from distance, sending the nine-time champions into their 14th WAFCON final.
In the other semi-final, hosts Morocco triumphed 4-2 on penalties against Ghana after a 1-1 draw in Rabat. Stella Nyamekye opened the scoring for the Black Queens before Sakina Ouzraoui equalised for the Atlas Lionesses. The shootout saw Ghana miss twice, handing Morocco their first-ever WAFCON final appearance.
Final Showdown
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Match: Morocco vs Nigeria
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Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
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Venue: Stade Olympique, Rabat
What’s at Stake
Nigeria aim to extend their dominance with a record 10th WAFCON title, while Morocco hope to ride the momentum of home support to a historic maiden championship.
Expect a fiercely contested final between two in-form sides, each with plenty to prove on the biggest stage in African women’s football.
Until then, we hope, we predict, and we prepare, not just for a game, but for a night of passion, pride, and unforgettable football. Win or lose, matches like these remind us why we love the sport.
