WAFCON Glory: Anambra First Lady Cheers Super Falcons’ Dazzling Defeat of Morocco

Victorious super falcons and Dr Mrs Nonye Soludo (inserted)

The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr. Mrs. Nonye Soludo, has congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria on their historic triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), hosted in Morocco.

In a dramatic and unforgettable final, the Nigerian women’s team initially trailing 2-0—mounted a breathtaking comeback. Demonstrating sheer grit and tactical brilliance, the Falcons leveled the score before netting the decisive winning goal in the 88th minute, sealing a 3-2 victory over the host nation.

With Saturday’s win, the Super Falcons have now clinched the WAFCON title for a record 10th time,an extraordinary achievement that cements their dominance in African women’s football.

Dr. Soludo praised the team’s performance, describing it as a showcase of “exceptional skill, resilience, and unwavering determination.”

“The Super Falcons coming from two goals down to defeat the host nation speaks volumes about their fighting spirit and refusal to give up,”

“Our girls exemplified the dogged, can-do attitude that Nigeria is globally known for. What a game! Congratulations to our 10-time champions. Congratulations, Nigeria”she said.