Super Falcons pulled off an incredible comeback, recovering from a tough two-goal deficit in the first half to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory against the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco in the final. The match took place at the Stade Olympique de Rabat and had everyone on the edge of their seats.
The fans had an unforgettable experience that was loaded with thrilling moments and intense competition. The Super Falcons really displayed their incredible resilience and talent, turning the game around in a way that will be talked about for years. The match was bursting with excitement and determination, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats the whole time.
Nigeria
The atmosphere was electric, with a passionate crowd rallying behind the home team. The anticipation was high for this clash, and it lived up to the hype.
Morocco leveraged their home advantage at the start of the match, which set the tone right away. The Super Falcons had a tough time getting into their groove, giving the Atlas Lionesses a chance to seize control early in the game.
Just 13 minutes into the match, Ghizlane Chebbak took advantage of a defensive blunder from Nigeria, unleashing a powerful shot that flew past goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and put Morocco on the scoreboard.
Just moments after Nigeria was starting to regain some composure, Sanaa Mssoudy struck again in the 24th minute. She executed a perfectly placed low shot that confidently hit the back of the net, extending Morocco’s lead and leaving the Nigerian team in disarray. What a whirlwind start to the game!
fairgoals
After a shaky start, Nigeria started to find its rhythm in the game. However, Morocco’s defense held strong, effectively shutting down Nigeria’s attempts to score. Justin Madugu’s tactic of playing long balls just wasn’t effective; the Atlas Lionesses were well-prepared and managed to read their movements.
In the second half, the game changed when Madugu made important substitutions, bringing on Jennifer Echegini and Rinsola Babajide. Their entry had a significant impact. Then, in the 64th minute, Nigeria got a penalty after a VAR review showed that a Moroccan defender had handled the ball during a cross. Okoronkwo took the penalty and finished it confidently, bringing the score to 2-1.
Best goalkeeper
Just moments later, with Morocco still reeling, Okoronkwo turned the playmaker. After winning the ball deep in the opposition’s half, she skillfully maneuvered past a defender and squared the ball to Folashade Ijamilusi, who gleefully tapped it in to equalize at 2-2.
As the match neared its heart-pounding finish, the Super Falcons seemed to find their rhythm. In the 87th minute, they were awarded a vital free kick that set the stage for a real breakthrough. Okoronkwo confidently approached the ball, launching a beautifully placed cross into the box.
WHAT A COMEBACK! 🇳🇬
Jennifer Echegini scores in the final minutes. Putting Nigeria ahead in the #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024 final! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/XJyeGhAryx
— CAF Women’s Football (@CAFwomen) July 26, 2025
With an impressive display of control, she slipped past her defender and launched a stunning half-volley that soared into the net, clinching a thrilling 3-2 victory for her team.
