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The nine-time African champions touched down in Rabat on Wednesday and held their first training session at their new base on Thursday, after playing all five of their previous matches at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca.
Madugu’s side punched their ticket to the final with a gritty 2-1 victory over defending champions South Africa on Tuesday, courtesy of a late winner from defender Michelle Alozie. Meanwhile, hosts Morocco advanced after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout win over Ghana, following a 1-1 draw after extra time.
“We’re Not Relenting” – Madugu
In a statement released by NFF Media, Madugu expressed gratitude and belief in his team’s readiness to go all the way.
“We thank God for making it to the final. I want to assure you that we are not going to relent or take our eyes off the ball. Our focus is on lifting the trophy in Rabat on Saturday,” he said.
Reflecting on the semi-final win over Banyana Banyana, Madugu praised his team’s discipline and tactical execution:
“We knew South Africa, as cup holders, would be difficult, but we were ready for them. I’m glad our tactics paid off. As I said before the tournament, we always assess the opposition first and then determine what tactics would suit us best. We’ve done this in all five games so far, and we’ll do the same for the final.”
A Clash of Titans in Rabat
The showdown between Nigeria and Morocco has been billed as the most-anticipated match of the 13th WAFCON edition, pitting the continent’s most successful women’s team against a fast-rising North African powerhouse.
This final is also a repeat of the 2022 semi-final, where Morocco edged Nigeria on penalties after the Falcons were controversially reduced to nine players. That bitter memory adds extra motivation for the Super Falcons, who are seeking revenge and redemption in front of a partisan home crowd.
Statistically, Nigeria have had an impressive tournament:
11 goals scored, with only 1 goal conceded (a penalty by South Africa’s Linda Motlhalo) Four clean sheets in five matches In-form forward Chiwendu Ihezuo is among the tournament’s top scorers.
Eyes on a Historic Tenth Title
Saturday’s final marks Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON final appearance, and the Super Falcons are unbeaten in all previous finals since the tournament began in 1998. Victory over Morocco would cement their status as undisputed queens of African football, with a record-extending 10th title.
Coach Madugu and his squad now stand just 90 minutes away from history, aiming to silence the home crowd and reclaim their crown on Moroccan soil.
Kick-off is set for 8:00 p.m. local time at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat.
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