Nigeria fight back to stun Morocco for Tenth WAFCON title
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Nigeria’s Super Falcons complete a stunning comeback to win WAFCON 2024, claiming their 10th title and marking a powerful moment for women’s football in Africa.
Morocco's Ghizlane Chebbak finished as top scorer with five goals, including one in the final. The hosts' captain had already finished as the top scorer in the 2022 edition, alongside Nigeria's Rasheedat Ajibade and South Africa's Hildah Magaia (3 goals).
The WAFCON 2024 final in Rabat delivered one of the most dramatic matches in African women’s football history. Nigeria came from two goals down to defeat Morocco 3-2, securing their record-extending tenth Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title.
You have shown the world the strength and spirit of Nigerian football, and I celebrate you wholeheartedly. A flawless 10 out of 10 performance. We are beyond proud.”
Jennifer Echegini says her Women's Africa Cup of Nations-winning goal for Nigeria against Morocco is one she will keep in her heart forever.