Members of the Nigerian community in South Africa have commended the Super Falcons for their historic comeback win over Morocco to clinch the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title.
The Nigerian women’s national team stunned the host nation, Atlas Lionesses of Morocco, with a dramatic 3–2 victory after trailing by two goals.
The win secured Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON title, further cementing their status as the most successful team in the tournament’s history.
Reacting to the victory, the Nigeria Union South Africa (NUSA), in a statement released on Sunday, praised the team for demonstrating resilience and determination, hallmarks of the Nigerian spirit.
“The Super Falcons were composed, focused and determined to win the game,” the statement signed by NUSA President, Smart Nwobi, said.
“It is not easy for a team to come from two goals down and win, especially against a home team,” Nwobi, a lawyer, said.
He added that Nigerians living in South Africa were proud of the Super Falcons’ exceptional performance, particularly for achieving the highly anticipated Mission X.
“We join Nigerians to congratulate the Super Falcons for this feat.
“We also advise that preparations for the defence of the title should commence immediately.
“You will understand that the standard of women football in Africa has improved.
“This implies that opposition will be stronger in future tournaments,” he said.
NUSA also congratulated South Africa’s Banyana Banyana, who finished fourth in the tournament.
