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WAFCON: Super Falcons captain Ajibade named best player, Nnadozie receives Golden Glove

After defeating Morocco to win the 10th WAFCON, Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Player of the Tournament, while Chiamaka Nnadozie was the best goalkeeper.
After defeating Morocco to win the 10th WAFCON, Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Player of the Tournament, while Chiamaka Nnadozie was the best goalkeeper and Ghislane Chebbak won the Golden Boot.
After defeating Morocco to win the 10th WAFCON, Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Player of the Tournament, while Chiamaka Nnadozie was the best goalkeeper.
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The Super Falcons of Nigeria recorded a 3-2 comeback win over hosts Morocco in a historic final at the 2025 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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The victory secured their record-extending 10th continental title completed Mission X set at the start of the tournament.

Nigeria, unbeaten throughout the tournament, demonstrated their experience in the crucial moments.

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Ajibade and Nnadozie win WAFCON award

The victory was celebrated further celebrated by individual accolades for two key players.

Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named Player of the Tournament.

After defeating Morocco to win the 10th WAFCON, Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Player of the Tournament, while Chiamaka Nnadozie was the best goalkeeper.
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Ajibade played a pivotal role in the team's success, her leadership and on-field contributions earned her the prestigious Player of the Tournament award.

She was the Player of the Match in one group game, the quarterfinal and semifinal.

Ajibade was able to influence games, through her vision, passing, or goal-scoring which was instrumental in Nigeria's victory.

After defeating Morocco to win the 10th WAFCON, Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Player of the Tournament, while Chiamaka Nnadozie was the best goalkeeper.

Chiamaka Nnadozie earned the Best Goalkeeper award for an outstanding showing in the posts.

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Nnadozie was the bedrock of Nigeria's defense and did not concede a goal in three group stage and the quarterfinal.

After defeating Morocco to win the 10th WAFCON, Super Falcons of Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Player of the Tournament, while Chiamaka Nnadozie was the best goalkeeper.

Her influence was undeniable as she was named the Best Goalkeeper at the tournament.

Moroccan forward Ghizlane Chebbak emerged as the WAFCON top scorer and won the Golden Boot award.

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Nnadozie, meanwhile, was the bedrock of Nigeria's defense, her goalkeeping prowess undeniable.

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