The Digest:
The WAFCON 2024 semifinals are set. Nigeria’s Super Falcons face rivals South Africa after their commanding 5-0 win over Zambia. Morocco takes on Ghana in the other semifinal, with both teams aiming for their first WAFCON title.
Key Points:
- Nigeria’s Super Falcons demolished Zambia 5-0 to reach the semifinals.
- South Africa won 4-1 in a penalty shootout against Senegal.
- The Falcons lead 3-1 in the WAFCON semifinals against South Africa.
- Nigeria has more WAFCON semifinal appearances than any other team.
- Morocco beat Mali 3-1 to progress, and Ghana won on penalties after a goalless draw with Algeria.
- Morocco and Ghana have never won WAFCON, setting up a historic possibility.
- The Nigeria vs. South Africa clash is a high-profile semifinal with passion and pedigree.
As the WAFCON 2024 semifinals approach, Nigeria faces South Africa, and Morocco meets Ghana in a historic tournament, highlighting the power dynamics of African women's football.
Sources: Premium Times, CAF Media, Soccernet
