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Jul 26 Super Falcons Starting XI vs Morocco Confirmed for WAFCON 2024 Final!

The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as Nigeria’s Super Falcons face host nation Morocco in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tonight at 9 PM in Rabat's Olympic Stadium.

Coach Justine Pwanidi Madugu has rolled out a strong starting XI, keeping faith in the team that edged out South Africa 2-1 in the semi-finals. All eyes will be on goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who continues to prove her world-class status.

✅ Super Falcons Starting XI vs Morocco:

GK: Chiamaka Nnadozie
DEF: Osinachi Ohale, Michelle Alozie, Oluwatosin Demehin, Ashleigh Plumptre
MID: Deborah Abiodun, Halimatu Ayinde, Folashade Florence Ijamilusi
FWD: Rasheedat Ajibade, Chinwendu Ihezuo, Esther Okoronkwo

🔁 Key Substitutes:

Christy Ucheibe
Jennifer Echegini
Toni Payne
Asisat Oshoala
Ifeoma Onumonu
Sikiratu Isah
Tochukwu Oluehi

⚽ Match Preview:

Nigeria enters this final gunning for a 10th WAFCON title, having overcome tough opposition and a passionate South African side.
Morocco, energized by home support, edged Ghana via penalties in a tense semifinal and will be seeking revenge after losing past encounters to the Falcons.

🗣️ Our Take:

This lineup shows Nigeria is not here to play safe. With Nnadozie’s safe hands, Ajibade’s flair, and support from stars like Oshoala on the bench, the Falcons are poised to conquer Rabat.

Can Morocco handle the heat? Or will Nigeria once again prove why they’re the queens of African football?