President Bola Tinubu will on Monday receive Nigeria’s Super Falcons at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, following their historic triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
Naijaonpoint recalls that the Super Falcons defeated host nation Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses in a thrilling final held in Rabat, securing their 10th continental title and reaffirming Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.
The Presidential reception is part of events organised to honour the team’s resilience and outstanding performance throughout the tournament.
At the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the Falcons were received by Governors Uba Sani (Kaduna), AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara), and Hope Uzodimma (Imo), alongside several federal ministers.
The team’s return has sparked jubilation across the country, with fans hailing the players’ discipline, teamwork, and fighting spirit that led to the historic win.
Meanwhile, four Nigerian stars, Rasheedat Ajibade, Esther Okoronkwo, Michelle Alozie, and Chiamaka Nnadozie, were named in the WAFCON Best XI, highlighting the Falcons’ dominance during the competition.
Ajibade, who was instrumental throughout the tournament, was voted Player of the Tournament.
The Atletico Madrid forward also claimed Woman of the Match honours in three of Nigeria’s six games, underlining her leadership and attacking flair.
Okoronkwo equally impressed, notching two goals and four assists. Her attacking contributions proved vital in Nigeria’s title run.
Nnadozie was named the Best Goalkeeper after keeping four clean sheets, cementing her reputation as one of the continent’s safest hands.
Defender Alozie, who played every minute of Nigeria’s campaign, also earned a spot on the list.
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