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The stage is set for a titanic Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarterfinal as Nigeria’s Super Falcons face Zambia’s Copper Queens this evening in Casablanca.
With a semi-final berth at stake, this clash promises intensity, skill, and no shortage of drama.
Nine-time champions Nigeria remain the most successful side in African women’s football history and are chasing a record-extending 10th title.
Led by coach Justin Madugu, the Falcons are yet to concede at this tournament, topping Group B with seven points and a strong defensive record.
But despite their pedigree, they will be wary of the Zambians—who stunned them 1-0 in the third-place match at WAFCON 2022.
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Zambia, powered by the electric trio of Barbra Banda, Grace Chanda, and Racheal Kundananji, have emerged as one of the continent’s most feared attacking sides.
Under coach Florence Hauptle, the Copper Queens finished second in Group A after an impressive run that included a 3-2 win over Senegal and a gutsy draw against hosts Morocco.
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The Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca will host what could be a defining match in the tournament’s history.
Kickoff is at 5 p.m.
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