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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. &nbsp,

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.

In the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-final, Super Falcons coach Justin Madugu claims the Banyana Banyana were a tough opponent for his team despite their victory over South Africa. &nbsp,

The Super Falcons defeated their rivals 2-1 on Wednesday at Casablanca, Morocco, to put Nigeria and the host nation in the final game.

Madugu, who addressed the post-game conference, acknowledged the players’ mental fortitude throughout the game, noting that it was a difficult game.

He claimed that the Super Falcons had been in trouble before South Africa reached an equalizer in the 60th minute, but he praised them for resuming play quickly and defeating Banyana Banyana.

Read more about Alozie’s Late Strike Getting Super Falcons into the WAFCON Final.

The players who are aiming to win Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON title, according to him, had a lot to gain from the victory.

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In a rematch of the two teams’ clash in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which takes place in the home nation of Morocco, Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face Morocco. &nbsp,

With a late strike from defender Michelle Alozie’s long ball evading all players before resting in the back of the net, the Super Falcons defeated South Africa’s rivals 2-1. &nbsp,

Just before half-time, Rasheedat Ajibade converted a spot kick to give Coach Justin Madugu’s team the lead. In the 60th minute, Linda Motlhalo converted a penalty to give the defending champions an equalizer.

HIGHLIGHTS: 2-1

A late winner from Alozie secures the Super Falcons’ spot in the standings! #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024 pic. twitter.com/VLQUaVJpXd

Alozie floated a ball into the South African box from midfield, almost guaranteeing extra time for the game.

Baby, we’re in the final stage!

Mission X is ALIVE, one step closer to the crown! #WAFCON2024 #MissionX #SOAR SUPERFALCON #PIC. twitter.com/YMQsW8dflU

The floating ball, which eventually nestled in the net four minutes into stoppage time, broke South African hearts, and was missed by both the onrushing players of Nigeria and South African goalkeeper Andile Dlamini.

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THE FINAL IS THE ATLAS LIONESSES! #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024 pic. twitter.com/K8HpPDz95u

After the Nigerian match was over, Morocco defeated Ghana in the second semi-final of the competition. Stella Nyamekye gave the Black Queens the lead in the 26th minute.

In the 55th minute, Sakina Ouzraoui Diki equalized from close range, and the home side continued to press for an equaliser.

After 120 hours of grueling football, the game came to an end 1-1. However, the Atlas Lionesses won 4-2 on penalties, making Rabat’s residents enthralled. &nbsp,

That victory set them up for the Saturday tournament final against Nigeria. The North Africans, who suffered agonizing defeat to the Banyana Banyana three years ago, will now reach the second successive final. &nbsp,

Morocco vs. Nigeria: Rematch of the 2022 World Cup Semi-Final,

ONE FINAL STEP

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The two teams’ 2022 WAFCON semi-final will be contested again on Saturday in a new format. After receiving two red cards, the Super Falcons lost the game, 5-4, on penalties. In normal and extra-time, the game ended 1-1. &nbsp,

However, Nigeria will be aiming for retribution and winning the WAFCON trophy in a tenth crown at Rabat’s Stade Olympique on Saturday. &nbsp,

The Super Falcons’ record-extending 10th title, which they have already won three times, are in Equatorial Guinea, where they have two titles, and South Africa has once. &nbsp,

It would be comfort for Morocco, which lost to South Africa in the previous final in front of a home crowd. &nbsp,

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games women’s football competition was scheduled for this year’s edition of the WAFCON, but it was postponed due to a conflict with the previous year’s event. &nbsp,

Following their victory in Morocco’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-final on Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu praised the Super Falcons.

The victory gave the team a chance to capture their tenth WAFCON title, which would have previously been won by Nigeria.

President Tinubu congratulated the Falcons in a statement moments after the game in Morocco, stating that it was “well deserved” and “nothing short of superlative.”

Read more about Alozie’s Late Strike Getting Super Falcons into the WAFCON Final.

He praised the team for their accomplishments and urged them to persevere until the trophy is returned.

Well deserved, the statement read. Congratulations to the Super Falcons!
Your incredible victory over South Africa in the #WAFCON2025 semi-finals today was nothing short of incredible. It was a magnificent display of talent, grit, and the unwavering spirit of Nigeria.

You have a strong national pride. Keep soaring. Don’t stop until you bring home the trophy. Our tenth title is in order. You have the support of everyone in Nigeria. The cup will be delivered to us in a few days.

With a late goal from defender Michelle Alozie, the Super Falcons defeated South Africa to win the game 2-1.

With the score seemingly set for extra time, Alozie launched a long ball into the South African penalty area that evaded the Banyana Banyana defense, nestling into the net, dazzling the Banyana Banyana defense.

After a stunning 2-1 victory over South Africa, the Super Falcons of Nigeria on Tuesday secured their place in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final in Morocco thanks to defender Michelle Alozie’s late goal.

Alozie launched a long ball into the South African penalty area, which evaded everyone but the goalkeeper, and nestled into the net to slay the Banyana Banyana defense as it appeared to be in extra time.

The winner put Nigeria in the lead in the final and put a passionate end to a fiercely fought semifinal contest.

The billed match was billed as a “clash of the titans” between the nine-time champions and the defending champions, which was almost called extra time.

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The South African defense made a number of crucial saves and a goal-line clearance to keep the scores level, but the Nigerian ladies did not start well, dominating the early proceedings.

When a South African defender was sent off for handling Folashade Ijamilusi’s cross in the box in the 44th minute, Rasheedat Ajibade, the country’s captain, calmly converted from the penalty spot.

As both teams entered the halftime break, Ajibade’s penalty remained decisive.

After the break, South Africa stepped up and dominated the opening exchanges, putting sustained pressure on the Falcons’ defense. Following a foul committed by Osinachi Ohale, who was penalized for pulling down a South African attacker in the box, they earned a penalty in the 56th minute.

Banyana Banyana level was dragged in by Linda Motlhalo when she stepped up and quietly slotted home the penalty.

Both coaches responded by bringing forth new legs in an effort to find the winning goal. Nigeria clinched a dramatic victory just as extra time appeared to be upon us.

After Esther Okoronkwo’s well-timed setup, Michelle Alozie fired home in the 94th minute, sealing a dramatic victory for the Super Falcons.

Lois Boisson, a semi-finalist for Roland Garros, announced on Tuesday that she had injured her left adductor muscle in the WTA 1000 event in Montreal. This is in response to the number of prominent Canadian Open absentees.

World number 44 Boisson posted on social media that “I (did) an echography this morning following the pain I experienced during the tournament in Hamburg. It appears that I need a little more time to rest and heal it properly.”

“I’m very disappointed that I didn’t make the trip to Obnmontreal,” said one participant.

The 22-year-old’s injury comes just days after she won her first tour-level event on clay in Hamburg and placed in the top 50 of the world following her strong performance at last month’s French Open.

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Boisson, who finished third in the world behind Roland Garros, won the Grand Slam semi-finals, defeating top 10 players Mirra Andreeva and Jessica Pegula, who were also there.

Numerous well-known athletes have already withdrawn from the women’s and men’s draws for the Canadian Open.

Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic will not compete in ATP action in Toronto, while Aryna Sabalenka and Zheng Qinwen will both miss the WTA event in Montreal.

The Montreal tournament, which runs from July 27 through August 7, is one of the main warm-up events for the US Open, which will take place on New York’s hard courts at the end of the summer.