WAFCON: Nigeria, Morocco Book Semi-Final Spots
Nigeria and Morocco became the first teams to advance to the semi-finals of the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following impressive victories in Friday’s quarter-final clashes.
The Super Falcons of Nigeria delivered a five-star performance to dismantle Zambia 5-0, reaffirming their dominance on the continent. Osinachi Ohale set the tone for the rout just two minutes into the game, nodding home from a well-delivered free-kick.
Esther Okoronkwo doubled the lead before Chinwendu Ihezuo added a third to give Nigeria a comfortable 3-0 cushion at halftime.
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There was no let-up after the break as Oluwatosin Demehin and Folashade Ijamilusi each found the net, sealing a resounding victory for the nine-time African champions.
With the win, Nigeria sets up a semi-final date with the winner between Senegal and South Africa, who face off in another quarter-final fixture.
Elsewhere, host nation Morocco kept their title hopes alive with a solid 3-1 triumph over Mali.
Ibtissam Jraidi was the star of the show, scoring a brace, while Kenza Chapelle added a third to wrap up the win. Aissata Traore converted from the spot for Mali, but her goal was nothing more than a consolation.
The Atlas Lionesses will now await the outcome of the Ghana vs Algeria tie to determine their semi-final opponents.
