Nigeria’s Super Falcons came from behind to claim a dramatic 3–2 win over Morocco in a thrilling Women’s Africa Cup of Nations match played on Saturday.
Morocco opened the scoring in the 12th minute through Ghizlane Chebbak and extended their lead when Sanaâ Mssoudy struck again in the 24th minute.Nigeria mounted a strong second-half response. Esther Okoronkwo converted a penalty in the 64th minute to reduce the deficit, before Folashade Florence Ijamilusi equalised in the 71st minute. Jennifer Echegini then sealed the comeback with a late winner in the 88th minute.
The Super Falcons outperformed Morocco in several key areas, registering 14 shots to Morocco’s 10, with five on target. Nigeria also held 55% possession, completed 280 passes with 69% accuracy, and earned five corners compared to Morocco’s three. Despite the match’s intensity, it remained fair throughout, with no cards issued. Nigeria committed seven fouls, while Morocco committed 12.
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