In the final Group C match of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria's Super Falcons overturned an early slump to beat Egypt 6-2, earning a place in the quarterfinals and continuing their quest to defend the title.
Nigeria secured a decisive quarterfinal berth in the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 6-2 triumph over Egypt in their concluding Group C encounter at the Rabat Olympic Stadium.
The Super Falcons entered the match acutely aware that any additional slip would jeopardise their campaign, especially after a shocking opening defeat by Malawi and a narrow win against Zambia that left them hovering near the bottom of the standings. In a spectacle that reminded observers of their earlier dominance, Nigeria unleashed a relentless attacking wave, netting three goals before the break and three more in the second half, ultimately sealing their progress alongside Malawi.
The first half set the tone with Asisat Oshoala converting a penalty to give Nigeria an early 1-0 edge in the 21st minute, followed by Gift Monday extending the advantage with a precisely executed finish during first‑half stoppage time after a pass from Rinsola Babajide. Egypt responded with a penalty goal from Nadine Ghazi deep into added time, which narrowed the margin to 2-1 at halftime but did little to alter Nigeria's momentum.
The second half was a masterclass in offensive execution. Uchenna Kanu, Christy Ucheibe, Rasheedat Ajibade and Joy Omewa each found the net, while Ucheibe again stepped up for a penalty to increase the lead to 4-1. Egypt trailed 4-1 until Ghazi struck her second goal in the 84th minute, assisted by Yasmin Hassanin, to make the score 5-2. Ajibade finished the scoring spree with a penalty in added time, pushing the tally to 6-2.
Nigeria's emphatic win not only saved them from a humiliating group‑stage exit but also reinstated belief after a noisy start that had threatened to derail their title defence. The victory, over and against a side that had already lost its opening two matches, underscores the Super Falcons' resilience and offensive firepower. With twelve points now secured, Mali will finish top of Group C on the tie‑breakers, while Zambia, despite two victories, exits the tournament.
The Nigerian side, now rejuvenated after a rocky opening, has showcased its scoring touch and recovered momentum that will be essential as they step into the knockout rounds, eager to continue their pursuit of continental glory
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