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2024 Women's AFCON: Here is the tournament's best XI
CAF unveils its Team of the Tournament, dominated by Nigerian players, the champions of the competition. Esther Okoronkwo / @CAFwomen The Confederation of African Football unveiled on July 28, 2025, the Best XI of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, following the tournament held in Morocco. Nigeria, the tournament winner, and South Africa, a semifinalist, lead this selection of players honored for their consistent performances. Nigeria, crowned African champion, and South Africa, semifinalist, share most of the spots in the 2024 Women's AFCON Team of the Tournament. Four Nigerian players and three South Africans make the cut. Morocco and Ghana round out the eleven with two representatives each. Between the posts, Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie claims the top spot after recording four clean sheets and conceding only three goals in six matches. The defense is anchored by South Africans Karabo Dhlamini and Bambanani Mbane, Ghanaian Portia Boakye, and Nigeria's Michelle Alozie. In midfield, CAF selected South Africa's Refiloe Jane, Morocco's Ghizlane Chebbak—the tournament's top scorer with five goals—and Ghana's Grace Asantewaa. Up front, Moroccan striker Ibtissam Jraidi leads the line, flanked by two Nigerians: Rashidat Ajibade and Esther Okoronkwo.
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Rasheedat Ajibade: Best player of the 2024 Women's AFCON
The Nigerian captain shone with her offensive impact and leadership throughout the tournament Rasheedat Ajibade: Best player of the 2024 Women's AFCON Rasheedat Ajibade was crowned best player of the 2024 Women's AFCON this Saturday, July 26, in Rabat. The Super Falcons striker and captain stood out in this competition, leading her team to their tenth continental title, clinched against Morocco (3-2) in the final. Nigeria secured their tenth continental crown by defeating Morocco 3-2 after coming from behind in a fiercely contested final. Showing her presence on every front, Rasheedat Ajibade efficiently guided her team from the group stage all the way to the final. The Nigerian captain delivered two assists in total and scored once, finding the net from the penalty spot in the semi-final against South Africa. Her ability to create space, orchestrate attacks, and constantly pressure opposing defenses proved decisive in the Super Falcons' campaign. The Atlético de Madrid player was awarded Player of the Match against Zambia in the quarter-finals and against South Africa in the semi-finals.
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South Africa: Fair play team of the 2024 Women's AFCON
Banyana Banyana take home the fair play award after a remarkable campaign. South Africa: Fair play team of the 2024 Women's AFCON South Africa was named the most fair play team of the 2024 Women's AFCON this Saturday, July 26. The Confederation of African Football honored Banyana Banyana for their exemplary conduct on and off the field throughout the tournament. Beaten in the third-place playoff by Ghana (1-1, 4-3 on penalties), South Africa wrapped up their Women's AFCON 2024 campaign with an honorary recognition. Banyana Banyana played six matches during the competition without receiving a single red card. Under the guidance of Desiree Ellis, the team displayed outstanding discipline, even in high-intensity encounters. The South Africans claimed the fair play team award with 510 points, as awarded by the Technical Study Group. "Few fouls, no excessive protests, and a constant respect for the game and its rules. Even in the most tense moments of their journey, such as the quarter-final against Senegal or the semi-final against Nigeria, Refiloe Jane and her teammates kept their composure. This attitude played a key role in earning this award, which recognizes teams that have put sporting ethics at the heart of their journey," reads the official CAF website.
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2024 Women's AFCON: Nigeria stages comeback against Morocco to clinch 10th title
LIVE Trailing by two goals, the Super Falcons turn the tables on the Atlas Lionesses to claim a tenth continental crown 2024 Women's AFCON: Nigeria stages comeback against Morocco to clinch 10th title Nigeria's Super Falcons captured their tenth continental title in the 2024 Women's AFCON final on Saturday, July 26, at Rabat's Olympic Stadium. Facing host nation Morocco's Atlas Lionesses, the Nigerians pulled off a stunning comeback after trailing 2-0 at halftime. The Olympic Stadium in Rabat set the stage for a highly anticipated final between Morocco and Nigeria. The Atlas Lionesses, in pursuit of their first-ever continental crown, faced the daunting task of toppling the Super Falcons' dominance, as Nigeria entered the clash boasting nine titles. Morocco starts strong and stuns Nigeria The 2024 Women's AFCON final kicked off at a blistering pace with a confident Moroccan side. By the 12th minute, Ghizlane Chebbak unleashed a long-range strike that found the bottom left corner. The Lionesses doubled their lead just twelve minutes later through Sanaâ Mssoudy, expertly set up by Ibtissam Jraïdi after a swift move in the box. The Nigerian side looked rattled, unable to contain the relentless Moroccan attacks. With a two-goal cushion at halftime, Jorge Vilda's squad seemed destined to fulfill their dream of a maiden continental triumph. Super Falcons awaken: 10 finals, 10 titles After the break, Nigeria tightened up and took the initiative. In the 60th minute, a penalty was awarded following a handball by Nouhaila Benzina. Esther Okoronkwo held her nerve and pulled one back for her side. Ten minutes later, she turned provider, setting up Folashade Ijamilusi who leveled the score with a clinical cross-shot. Nigeria drew level at 2-2 and kept the pressure on. As regulation time wound down and Morocco began to tire, the Super Falcons kept up the intensity. In the 88th minute, Okoronkwo, once again, threaded a pass through to Joe Echegini, who finished calmly. That third goal sealed the outcome of a breathless final. Nigeria clinched their tenth continental crown in dramatic fashion, shattering the Atlas Lionesses' dream of a historic first title.
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Women's AFCON 2024: Nigeria's Super Falcons have never lost a final
Nine finals played, nine titles won: Nigeria aims for a tenth crown against Morocco on July 26, 2025. Super Falcons du Nigéria / Credit photo : @NGSuper_Falcons Nigeria's Super Falcons are set for their tenth Women's AFCON final as they face Morocco this Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Rabat's Olympic Stadium. Undefeated in finals since the competition's inception in 1991, the Nigerians are determined to clinch their tenth continental crown. Nigeria's women's national team takes on Morocco tonight in the final of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Up against the Atlas Lionesses, who are chasing their first-ever continental title, the Super Falcons enter this ultimate showdown armed with an incredible stat: they have never lost a single final since the tournament began. Nigeria, a winning machine in Women's AFCON finals The Super Falcons boast an exceptional record in this continental competition. Since the inaugural edition in 1991, Nigeria has claimed nine titles from nine final appearances, a display of domination unmatched in African women's football. Their last triumph came in 2018, when they edged South Africa in a penalty shootout (4-3). Nigeria lifted the Women's AFCON trophy in 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2016, and 2018. For this 2024 edition, Justin Madugu and his squad have lived up to expectations with a flawless run: 4 wins, 1 draw, 11 goals scored and just 1 conceded. Standing in their way, Morocco is heading into their second consecutive final, after falling to South Africa in 2022. Backed by their home crowd and a rising generation, the Atlas Lionesses are dreaming of ending Nigeria's reign and seizing their maiden continental crown.
