WAFCON: You will be celebrated, elated Tinubu assures victorious Super Falcons
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to honour Nigeria’s Super Falcons after their dramatic 10th WAFCON title win in Rabat, Morocco, on Saturday night.
The Nigerian women’s national football team defeated hosts Morocco 3-2 in a thrilling final to extend their continental dominance.
An elated Mr Tinubu called the team shortly after their triumph to express the nation’s appreciation and pride.
The call was received by the jubilant players in company with coaches, sports officials, and the Chairman, National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko.
Other top government officials include; ministers of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Creative economy Hannatu Musawa and minister of state Finance, Doris Anite
Mr Tinubu praised the team’s resilience, describing their performance as inspirational and a national morale booster.
He said, “We are very proud of you, the entire nation is proud of you, you lifted our spirits, you are a pride to your generation and we are all very happy. You will be celebrated and I congratulate all the coaches and the management of the team, including the ministers and officials there.”
He commended captain Rasheedat Ajibade and other players for leading the team with skill and determination throughout the tournament, a testament to the fact that the President watched most of their matches
The players thereafter erupted into jubilation with the singing of the national anthem.
The Super Falcons came from behind to stun Morocco in front of a packed home crowd.
Morocco scored twice in the first half through Ghizlane Chebbak and Sanaa Mssoudy, dominating early proceedings.
Nigeria responded strongly after the break with a penalty calmly converted by Esther Okoronkwo.
Okoronkwo then assisted Folashade Ijamilusi for the equaliser, turning the tide in Nigeria’s favour.
Jennifer Echegini sealed the victory with a stunning late goal from a perfectly executed free kick.
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