By Glam & Essence
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have defeated Morocco to win the WAFCON trophy.
They came from behind to secure a dramatic 3–2 victory in a thrilling Women’s Africa Cup of Nations clash played on Saturday.
Morocco had an early lead through Ghizlane Chebbak in the 12th minute, and doubled their advantage through Sanaâ Mssoudy,who scored the second goal in the 24th minute.
But Nigeria came back into the game in the second-half performance that turned the game around.
In the 64th minute of the game,Esther Okoronkwo pulled one back for Nigeria .Soon after,Folashade Florence Ijamilusi levelled the scoreline with a goal in the 71st minute.
Jennifer Echegini sealed the win for the Super Falcon with a late winner in the 88th minute.
Though the game was highly intense, but it was fair with no yellow or red cards issued.
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