The Super Falcons of Nigeria on Saturday, clinched their 10th Women’s Africa Cuo of Nations title, thanks to a comeback victory over Morocco.
It was the hosts who started the game brightly and took a two-goal lead in front of their home fans.
Nigeria responded with a determined second-half performance that turned the game around.
Esther Okoronkwo pulled one back for Nigeria in the 64th minute from the penalty spot, before Folashade Florence Ijamilusi levelled the scoreline with a goal in the 71st minute.
Jennifer Echegini completed the comeback with a late winner in the 88th minute, sealing the Super Falcons’ win.
Nigeria edged Morocco in most of the match statistics, recording 14 shots compared to Morocco’s 10, with five of those on target. The Super Falcons also held 55% possession, completed 280 passes with a 69% accuracy rate, and had five corners against Morocco’s three.
Despite the high intensity, the game was fair with no yellow or red cards issued. Nigeria committed seven fouls, while Morocco had 12.
