Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a dominant 3-1 victory over rivals Ghana in a friendly match held in Morocco on Sunday, June 29, 2025, their final warm-up before the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which begins on July 5, 2025.
The Super Falcons surged to a three-goal lead before Ghana scored a late consolation goal.
Chinwendu Ihezuo opened the scoring in the 34th minute, followed by a goal from Bay FC’s Asisat Oshoala in the 44th minute, doubling Nigeria’s lead.
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade sealed the commanding performance with a third goal early in the second half. Ghana’s Black Queens managed a consolation strike in the 88th minute, but the outcome was already decided.
The match followed a goalless draw against Portugal on June 23, 2025, showcasing Nigeria’s readiness for the tournament.
The Super Falcons, record nine-time WAFCON champions, are in Group B alongside Tunisia, Botswana, and Algeria, with their opening match against Tunisia set for Sunday, July 6, 2025.
They aim to claim a historic 10th title in the competition.
What You Should Know
- Nigeria defeated Ghana 3-1 in a WAFCON warm-up friendly in Morocco on June 29, 2025.
- Goals came from Chinwendu Ihezuo (34’), Asisat Oshoala (44’), and Rasheedat Ajibade, with Ghana scoring a late consolation.
- The Super Falcons drew 0-0 with Portugal in their previous friendly on June 23, 2025.
- Nigeria, in Group B with Tunisia, Botswana, and Algeria, will face Tunisia in their WAFCON opener on July 6, 2025.
- The team is targeting a record 10th WAFCON title, having won the tournament nine times previously.
