The stage is set for a thrilling Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final this Saturday, July 26, at Rabat’s Olympic Stadium, where hosts Morocco will take on continental powerhouses Nigeria’s Super Falcons.
Morocco, making their second consecutive final appearance, advanced after a tense semi-final showdown against Ghana.
The match ended 1–1 after extra time, but Morocco triumphed 4–2 in the resulting penalty shootout Captain Ghizlane Chebbak and playmaker Fatima Tagnaout have anchored the team’s rise, as Morocco continues its mission to establish itself on the continental stage.
Nigeria, chasing a record 10th WAFCON title in their storied “Mission X” campaign, secured a dramatic 2–1 semi-final win over three-time defending champions South Africa.
Rasheedat Ajibade’s first-half penalty and Michelle Alozie’s sensational stoppage-time strike preserved Nigeria’s unbeaten run
The upcoming showdown is a rematch of the 2022 semi-final, where Morocco edged out Nigeria on penalties following a 1–1 draw.
Now, Nigeria is eager to avenge that loss and clinch a historic double-digit title, while Morocco hopes to convert home advantage into their first WAFCON crown
A lot Is At Stake
Nigeria, aiming to rewrite history with a 10th continental title, reaffirming their dominance.
Morocco, seeking to capture their first WAFCON trophy and crown years of progressive investment in women’s football
Will the Super Falcons soar to a record milestone, or will Morocco’s home crowd lift them to a historic triumph? Kick-off is at 21:00 GMT this Saturday.
