On a night full of drama and emotion at the Stade Olympique in Rabat, the Nigeria women’s national team pulled off a stunning 3-2 comeback victory over hosts Morocco to claim their tenth WAFCON (Women’s Africa Cup of Nations) title.

Trailing by two goals at halftime, the Super Falcons showcased their trademark character, quality, and winning mentality to reclaim their throne as the queens of African football. Under the guidance of Justin Madugu, the Nigerian side reaffirmed their dominance on the continent with a breathtaking second-half performance.

Morocco’s dream start falls short

Jorge Vilda’s Moroccan side seemed poised to make history in front of their home fans. Just 12 minutes into the game, captain Ghizlane Chebbak lit up the stadium with a stunning long-range strike to put the hosts ahead. In the 24th minute, Sanaâ Mssoudy doubled the lead after a clever assist from Ibtissam Jraidi, sending the Rabat crowd into raptures.

However, what looked like a dream night for the Atlas Lionesses turned into heartbreak. Morocco went into the break with a comfortable 2-0 lead, but they couldn't withstand the Nigerian surge in the second half.

Nigeria fights back to seal historic win

The Super Falcons’ response was swift and fierce. After a VAR review, a handball by Nouhaila Benzina led to a penalty, which Esther Okoronkwo converted with composure in the 62nd minute to begin the comeback.

Nine minutes later, Okoronkwo turned provider, setting up Folashade Ijamilusi to level the score with a precise left-footed finish.

With momentum firmly on their side, Nigeria pushed forward and found the winner in the 88th minute. Another well-executed set-piece saw Okoronkwo deliver the final assist of the night to Joe Echegini, who calmly slotted the ball home for a dramatic 3-2 lead.

Despite Morocco’s late surge, Nigeria held their ground to clinch the title and further cement their legacy. The victory marks their 10th WAFCON championship in just 13 editions — a remarkable feat that confirms their status as Africa’s most dominant women’s football team.

This triumph not only adds another trophy to Nigeria’s collection but also sends a clear message: despite the rise of new contenders, the Super Falcons remain the team to beat in African women’s football.