President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Super Falcons following their hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa in Tuesday’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-final clash in Morocco.
The win secured Nigeria’s place in the tournament final and puts the team on course to claim a historic tenth WAFCON title.
Reacting shortly after the match, President Tinubu praised the team’s resilience and performance, describing the victory as “well deserved” and “nothing short of superlative.”
In a statement, the President said:
“Well deserved! Congratulations to our Super Falcons! Your incredible #WAFCON2025 semi-finals victory over South Africa today was nothing short of superlative. It was a magnificent display of grit, talent, and the indomitable Nigerian spirit. You have made the nation proud. Keep soaring. Don’t stop until you bring the trophy home. Go for our 10th title. Nigerians worldwide are rooting for you. We are waiting to receive the cup.”
The Super Falcons clinched the win in dramatic fashion, with a late strike from defender Michelle Alozie sealing the victory. As the match appeared destined for extra time at 1-1, Alozie sent a long ball into the South African box that sailed past defenders and the goalkeeper, finding the back of the net and stunning the Banyana Banyana.
Nigeria will now face either host nation Morocco or regional rivals Ghana in what promises to be a thrilling WAFCON final.
