The Super Falcons of Nigeria will clash with the Banyana Banyana of South Africa in a highly anticipated semifinal showdown at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
Road to the Semifinal: Nigeria
The Super Falcons remain unbeaten in the competition, finishing top of Group B. They began with a commanding 3-0 win over Tunisia, followed by a narrow 1-0 victory against Botswana, and a goalless draw against Algeria. Their most emphatic performance came in the quarterfinals where they crushed Zambia 5-0.
Coach Justin Madugu’s side has been rock-solid in defense, with goalkeeper “Chiamaka Nnadozie” yet to concede a goal in open play, recording multiple clean sheets throughout the tournament.
Road to the Semifinal: South Africa 
South Africa’s journey to the semifinals began with a solid 2-0 win over Ghana, followed by a 1-1 draw with Tanzania, and a dominant 4-0 win over Mali. In the quarterfinals, the Banyana Banyana held off Senegal in a tense encounter that ended 0-0 after extra time, eventually winning 4-1 on penalties.
The match promises to be classic, as both teams are continental powerhouses with a history of fierce rivalry. Nigeria, aiming for a record-extending 12th WAFCON title, will be eager to reaffirm their dominance, while South Africa will look to avenge previous heartbreaks and claim a place in the final.
WAFCON Semifinal Showdown Set for July 22.
The encounter is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, with kickoff set for 5 PM Nigerian time. Football fans across the continent can catch the match live on SuperSport (DStv) in Sub-Saharan Africa and SABC Sport in South Africa.
