Ajibade sends heartfelt message to Nigerians after brace destroys Cameroon - Super Falcons star leads from the front!

Nigeria’s Super Falcons captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, was the star of the show as she led her team to a commanding 2-0 victory over Cameroon in a warm-up friendly ahead of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

Ajibade’s brace in the first half settled the Peninsula derby at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, reaffirming her status as one of the continent’s top forwards and signalling her excellent form ahead of the tournament.

The Super Falcons controlled most of the game despite heavy rain and a slippery pitch in the beautiful MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta.

Ajibade opened the scoring from the penalty spot after being fouled in the box, converting confidently to give Nigeria the lead.

She then doubled the advantage with a clinical finish following a slick team move, assisted by Rinsola Babajide, who did brilliant work on the left wing before picking her skipper with a calm pass.

Cameroon struggled to mount any serious threat throughout the match, with Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie largely untroubled.

Nigeria’s attacking duo, Ifeoma Onumonu and Toni Payne, created early chances, keeping the pressure high.

In the second half, coach Justin Madugu made several substitutions, bringing on experienced players like Francisca Ordega and Christy Ucheibe to maintain control, with Olamide Bolaji and Emem Essien getting their debuts.

After the match, Ajibade expressed her gratitude to Nigerians for their unwavering support.

“It’s such an honour and privilege to have scored two goals in today’s match, but I would not have done it without the support of my teammates and special thanks to all the fans who came out to cheer us up,” she said in the post-match press conference.

“It’s their energy, the support, that also inspired us to win this match today. So, special thanks to everyone. God bless you,” she added.

The win, Nigeria’s 15th victory over Cameroon in 21 meetings, gives the Super Falcons a solid foundation as they prepare for WAFCON.

With a clean sheet, strong squad depth, and captain Ajibade in top form, Nigeria looks well-positioned to challenge for continental glory in Morocco this July.