Nigeria’s Super Falcons are through to the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a thrilling 2–1 win over rivals South Africa in Tuesday’s semi-final clash.
In what was a fiercely contested encounter, both sides found the net through penalty kicks, keeping the scores level at 1–1 well into the second half.
But just when the match seemed destined for extra time, the Super Falcons struck again, a dramatic last-minute winner that sent Nigerian fans into jubilation.
With the victory, Nigeria, the tournament’s most decorated team, now takes another bold step toward reclaiming the WAFCON crown and reinforcing their dominance in African women’s football.
The high-stakes match lived up to expectations, as the Falcons and Banyana Banyana traded attacks and tested each other’s defenses throughout the 90 minutes.
The breakthrough came in the dying moments, showcasing Nigeria’s resilience and knack for delivering under pressure.
Nigeria now sets its sights on the final, where they’ll chase yet another title to add to their already unmatched record in the competition.
