WAFCON 2024 final: Super Falcons’ starting XI against Morocco released
The Super Falcons’ starting lineup for the much-anticipated final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) against hosts Morocco has been officially released.
Head coach Justine Pwanidi Madugu has entrusted Chiamaka Nnadozie to guard the goalpost in tonight’s showdown at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, scheduled for 9 p.m.
In defence, Madugu has named Osinachi Ohale, Michelle Alozie, Oluwatosin Demehin, and Ashleigh Plumptre, while the midfield will be marshaled by Deborah Abiodun, Halimatu Ayinde, and Folashade Florence Ijamilusi.
The attacking trio includes Rasheedat Ajibade, Chinwendu Ihezuo, and Esther Okoronkwo.
Nigeria advanced to the final after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa in the semi-final, while Morocco edged Ghana in a dramatic penalty shoot-out.
Nigeria’s 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
Substitutes:
Christy Ucheibe, Jennifer Echegini, Sikiratu Isah, Toni Payne, Asisat Oshoala, Ifeoma I. Onumonu, Tochukwu Oluehi
The Super Falcons will be aiming to secure their 12th WAFCON title, reaffirming their dominance in African women’s football.
