Remi Tinubu, the first lady, praised the Super Falcons for defeating South Africa in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-final, describing the players as inspirational figures to younger girls.  ,
In a statement that she personally issued, Remi Tinubu praised you, our incredible Super Falcons, for defeating South Africa in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Championship semi-finals.
The First Lady continued, “You set the bar high for nothing and show that nothing is beyond reach with your passion, discipline, and unity on the field.”
In a tense semifinal match at Casablanca, Morocco, the Super Falcons defeated South Africa 2-1. Just before half-time, skipper Rasheedat Ajibade had given Nigeria the lead. Following Linda Motlhalo’s spot kick, the South Africans scored the winning goal in the 60th minute.
In the 94th minute, Michelle Alozie, a Houston Dash defender, pulled a long-range cross over the passing Nigerian players and South African goalkeeper Andile Dlamini to give the Super Falcons victory.
Read more about Alozie’s Late Strike Getting Super Falcons into the WAFCON Final.
Former senator Remi Tinubu praised the “brilliance of Nigerian women” in the Maghreb nation’s display.
You have once more demonstrated the resilience, bravery, and beauty of Nigerian women, she said.
The victory, according to the president’s wife, means more than a place in Morocco’s final on Saturday.
The First Lady continued, “This victory is more than just a ticket to the championship’s finals; it is also a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we believe in ourselves and unite,” the First Lady continued.
“I anticipate that you will, by God’s grace, lift the Cup.” I wish you a strong finish. “Super Falcons,” congratulations!
Following the Atlas Lionesses’ 4-2 penalty win over Ghana’s Black Queens after regular and extra-time ended 1-1, the Super Falcons will face the hosts on Saturday.
The 2022 WAFCON semi-final, in which Nigeria lost 5-4 on penalties following a sluggish draw in regular and extra time, is recreated in this match. After receiving two red cards, Nigeria faced nine players in the Super Falcons’ game.
Source: Channels TV
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