Nigeria’s Super Falcons have once again proven why they are the undisputed queens of African football, securing their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title after a thrilling 3-2 victory over host nation Morocco at the Rabat Olympic Stadium. The 2024 edition of the prestigious tournament, held in 2025 due to scheduling adjustments, reaffirmed the Falcons’ dominance on the continental stage.
This latest triumph is more than just a win—it is a powerful reminder of the team’s legacy. Nigeria first faced and defeated Morocco back in the inaugural edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in 1998, where they clinched the title on home soil without conceding a single goal. That year, the Falcons dismantled teams like Morocco, DR Congo, Egypt, Cameroon, and Ghana to emerge champions and ignite a dynasty that has spanned decades.
With this 2024 victory, the Super Falcons’ championship tally now includes the years 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2024—making them the most successful team in African women’s football history.
Each win tells a story of grit, growth, and glory. In 2000, the Falcons defeated South Africa in Johannesburg, a match famously halted at the 73rd minute due to crowd unrest, with Nigeria leading 2-0. In 2002, they beat Ghana 2-0 in the final and qualified for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in the United States.
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The 2004 final saw Nigeria crush Cameroon 5-0 in what remains one of the tournament’s most dominant performances. Two years later, they edged Ghana 1-0 in the final to qualify for the 2007 World Cup in China.
In 2010, they overcame a strong Equatorial Guinea side to claim yet another title, securing qualification for the 2011 World Cup in Germany. The 2014 edition in Namibia added another feather to their cap, doubling as a qualifier for the 2015 World Cup in Canada.
The Falcons continued their reign in 2016 and 2018, defeating fierce rivals like Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea, further cementing their legendary status.
The 2024 final brought the story full circle, beating Morocco once again in a gripping encounter, a symbolic repeat of their historic 1998 win. The match showcased not just the team’s technical brilliance but also their unyielding spirit and tactical evolution over time.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has since honored the team’s latest achievement, hosting the players and coaching crew at the Presidential Villa. The recognition includes national awards, cash gifts, and new homes, a celebration that reflects the magnitude of their victory and the pride they bring to the nation.
The Super Falcons are not just champions of Africa, they are pioneers, role models, and global ambassadors for women’s football. As they continue to break barriers and inspire the next generation, their legacy is not only secure, it is legendary.
