When it comes to women’s football in Africa, one name stands tall — Nigeria’s Super Falcons. With nine WAFCON titles already locked in and another final clash with host nation Morocco loading, the girls in green are knocking on the door of greatness again.
Omo! This one fit enter history book o. But before we dive into Saturday night’s drama, let’s take a quick rewind to five WAFCON finals that sealed Nigeria’s status as true queens of the continent.
1998 — Nigeria 2-0 Ghana (Ijebu Ode, Nigeria)
Home soil, packed crowd, and full vibes. The Falcons made a statement in Ijebu Ode, shutting out rivals Ghana with goals from Nkiru Okosieme and Stella Mbachu. That win didn’t just bring a trophy — it stamped Nigeria’s authority in African women’s football.
2000 — Nigeria 2-0 South Africa (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Omo this one sweet die. Winning is sweet, but winning in your rival’s backyard? Different feeling. Against Banyana Banyana in front of a South African crowd, Stella Mbachu and Olaitan Yusuf kept it cool and quieted the stadium with two classic strikes. It was Nigeria’s second WAFCON crown — and the first away from home.
2004 — Nigeria 5-0 Cameroon (South Africa)
This one na demolition. In one of their most dominant performances ever, Nigeria dismantled Cameroon in the 2004 final. Perpetua Nkwocha went crazy, bagging four goals — yes, four — while Vera Okolo added the cherry on top. A proper masterclass.
Omo! Cameroon no recover till today.
2010 — Nigeria 4-2 Equatorial Guinea (South Africa)
This final had everything — drama, goals, and redemption. Nigeria faced the defending champs and still came out on top. It was the first time the Falcons ever conceded in a final, but goals from Nkwocha, Oparanozie, and two own goals got the job done. A chaotic but sweet victory in Daveyton.
2018 — Nigeria 0-0 South Africa (4-3 pens, Accra, Ghana)
Omo this one na heart attack special. After 120 minutes of goalless football, the Falcons edged Banyana Banyana in a nerve-wracking penalty shootout. Tochukwu Oluehi was the hero with the decisive save. That win sealed Nigeria’s ninthtitle and gave sweet revenge for an earlier loss in the group stage.
Legacy of Dominance
From Ijebu Ode to Accra, the Super Falcons have never lost a WAFCON final — and that’s not small talk. Whether at home or away, whether against giants or dark horses, they’ve stood tall every time.
As they gear up to face Morocco this weekend, fans are hoping 2024 joins this legendary list. And if history is anything to go by — omo, Nigeria no dey joke with finals.
