Rasheedat Ajibade Shines Again as Super Falcons Edge South Africa to Reach WAFCON Final

Captain fantastic! ⚽️
Rasheedat Ajibade was named Woman of the Match yet again following her crucial role in Nigeria’s dramatic 2–1 semi-final victory over the defending champions, South Africa’s Banyana Banyana, at the ongoing 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

🔥 This marks the third time the 25-year-old has claimed the top individual award at the tournament — a feat that highlights her growing legacy as one of Africa’s finest footballers.

🎯 Leading by Example

Ajibade, who is captaining the Super Falcons, delivered a composed penalty just before halftime to give Nigeria the lead, setting the tone for what would become a tense and emotional semifinal clash.

Her tournament stats so far:
✅ 1 Goal
✅ 2 Assists
✅ 3 Woman of the Match Awards
✅ Named in the Group Stage Best XI

💬 More Than Just Numbers

Ajibade isn’t just shining on the stat sheet — she’s showing maturity, leadership, and elite football IQ under pressure. Her performances have carried the Super Falcons through some of their toughest fixtures, and fans are starting to whisper: “Is this her tournament?”

🏆 Eyes on the Prize

Nigeria is now one step away from winning a historic 10th WAFCON title, and there’s no question that Ajibade will be at the heart of it. As the Super Falcons prepare for the final, her influence — both on and off the pitch — could be the key to bringing the trophy back home.

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🇳🇬🦅 Super Falcons flying high with a captain who delivers when it matters most.