Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has been named Woman of the Match following Nigeria's thrilling 2-1 semi-final victory over Banyana Banyana of South Africa at the ongoing 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
This marks the third time the 25-year-old forward has claimed the prestigious individual accolade in the tournament, cementing her status as one of the standout performers for the nine-time African champions.
Ajibade previously won the award in Nigeria's second group stage match against Botswana, which ended in a 1-0 victory for the Super Falcons. She also claimed the honor following the team's dominant 5-0 quarter-final triumph over Zambia.
In the semi-final clash against South Africa, Ajibade played a crucial role by converting a penalty late in the first half to put Nigeria ahead. Her contribution was instrumental in securing Nigeria's place in the final of the tournament.
The talented winger has been in impressive form throughout the competition, registering one goal and two assists so far. Her consistent performances have not gone unnoticed, as she was also named in the Group Stage Best XI of the tournament.
With this victory, the Super Falcons have advanced to the final of WAFCON 2024, where they will continue their quest for a record-extending tenth continental title.
The win against South Africa has generated significant excitement among Nigerian football fans, who have expressed their joy and support for the team on various platforms following the hard-fought victory.
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