WAFCON 2024: Nigeria’s Super Falcons Knock Out South Africa, Advance to 10th Final

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Nigeria TV Info reports:
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have booked their spot in the Final of the 13th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a pulsating semi-final clash in Casablanca, where reigning champions South Africa were eliminated. The game’s defining moment came late on when defender Michelle Alozie netted a stunning goal that sealed Nigeria’s victory and ended South Africa’s title defense.

Both teams engaged in a tactical battle, fiercely contesting the midfield and other key areas of the pitch. The match was packed with intensity and near chances. Just eight minutes in, Nigeria nearly took the lead, but Chinwendu Ihezuo—currently among the tournament's top scorers with three goals—was denied by a brilliant save from veteran goalkeeper Andile Dlamini.

Esther Okoronkwo and Ihezuo again came close in the 11th minute as the Super Falcons continued to apply pressure. However, from that point on, the match turned into a back-and-forth affair, with neither side willing to concede space or momentum. Ultimately, Nigeria’s resilience and determination paid off, sending them into their 10th WAFCON final.