Nigeria’s Super Falcons staged an incredible second-half comeback to defeat Morocco 3–2 in a pulsating Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) encounter on Saturday.
Morocco started the match with dominance, opening the scoring in the 12th minute through Ghizlane Chebbak. The Atlas Lionesses extended their lead when Sanaâ Mssoudy struck again in the 24th minute.
Undeterred, the Super Falcons emerged from halftime with renewed intensity. Esther Okoronkwo pulled a goal back from the penalty spot in the 64th minute. Seven minutes later, Folashade Florence Ijamilusi found the net to bring the scoreline level.
The decisive moment came in the 88th minute, when Jennifer Echegini completed the dramatic turnaround, scoring the winning goal that sealed the Falcons’ triumph.
Nigeria edged Morocco statistically, registering 14 shots—five of them on target—against Morocco’s 10. The Falcons maintained 55% ball possession, completed 280 passes at a 69% accuracy rate, and earned five corner kicks compared to Morocco’s three.
Despite the fierce competition, the match remained fair throughout. No yellow or red cards were issued. Nigeria committed seven fouls, while Morocco recorded 12.
