Nigeria’s Super Falcons are gearing up for a highly anticipated semi-final match against South Africa in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024, scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025 in Casablanca.
The matchup follows the Falcons’ dominant 5-0 victory over Zambia on July 18, which secured their spot in the last four, pitting them against a resilient Banyana Banyana side that edged out Senegal on penalties 4-1. The encounter promises a fierce contest, with Nigeria aiming for a record-extending ninth title and South Africa seeking their first since 2012, drawing global attention to African women’s football.
The Falcons, led by Rasheedat Ajibade and Asisat Oshoala, have been in scintillating form, scoring goals in the tournament, while South Africa’s attack, spearheaded by Thembi Kgatlana, has netted 7, including a decisive strike in the quarter-final.
The match, expected to draw 15,000 fans, carries extra weight as both teams vie for a spot in the 2027 FIFA World Cup, with a potential final against either Morocco or Algeria. Analysts predict a tight game, with Nigeria’s historical edge, winning 60% of prior clashes, balanced by South Africa’s recent improvement.