The spotlight now shifts to Rabat, where the grand finale of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will see Nigeria and Morocco go head-to-head in a clash of ambition, pride, and history.
While both nations are chasing continental glory, their motivations differ. Hosts Atlas Lionesses are determined to claim their first-ever WAFCON title, driven by a passionate home crowd and rising belief. On the other hand, the Super Falcons have their sights set on a record-extending 10th championship, seeking to reaffirm their dominance on African soil.
To reach the final, Justine Madugu’s side overcame defending champions South Africa in a tense 2-1 semi-final victory. Meanwhile, Jorge Vilda’s Morocco needed nerves of steel, edging Ghana’s Black Queens on penalties after a 1-1 draw that stretched through 120 minutes of football.
For Nigeria, this final offers a shot at revenge. In the previous edition, they were heartbreakingly eliminated by the North Africans in the semi-finals, losing 5-4 on penalties at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium - the very same venue hosting this final.
If the nine-time champions falter, the tournament could crown a new winner for only the fourth time in history. Since the competition’s inception in 1998, only Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and South Africa have lifted the trophy.
Here’s everything you need to know, from how to watch the match to referee details and more.
WHEN IS THE WAFCON FINAL?
The match between Morocco and Nigeria is scheduled for 20:00 (West African Time) on Saturday, July 26.
WHAT CHANNELS CAN I WATCH THE GAME ON TV?
Date: July 26, 2025
Time: 20:00 WAT
Channels: SuperSport, AfroSport
NIGERIA SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Chiamaka Nnadozie; Tochukwu Oluehi; Rachael Unachukwu
Defenders: Osinachi Ohale; Shukurat Oladipo; Michelle Alozie; Ashleigh Plumptre; Sikiratu Isah; Oluwatosin Demehin; Miracle Usani
Midfielders: Rasheedat Ajibade; Halimatu Ayinde; Deborah Abiodun; Jennifer Echegini; Toni Payne; Christy Ucheibe
Forwards: Asisat Oshoala, Francisca Ordega, Chiwendu Veronica Ihezuo, Ifeoma Onumonu, Esther Okoronkwo, Rinsola Babajide, Folashade Ijamilusi, Chioma Okafor.
MOROCCO SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Khadija Errmichi, Hind Hasnaoui, Zineb El Arari
Defenders: Hanane Ait Elhaj, Zineb Redouani, Ghizlane Chhiri, Rkia Mazraoui, Aziza Rebbah, Nouhaila Benzina, Siham Boukhami, Yasmin Mrabet, Najat Belhabib
Midfielders: Ines Arouaissa, Fatima El Jabraoui, Sabah Seghir, Soumia Hady, Ghizlane Chebbak, Najat Badri, Elodie Nakkach, Salma Bouguerch, Anissa Lahmari, Sarah Kassi, Zineb Erroudany, Imène El Ghazouani, Sanaa Mssoudy, Imane Touriss, Fatima Tagnaout, Jade Nassi
Forwards: Sakina Ouzraoui, Rania Boutiebi, Imane Saoud, Ibtissam Jraidi, Rosella Ayane, Kenza Chapelle
WHAT HAS BEEN SAID?
Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade says her teammates are fully fired up for the clash, adding that they’ll approach the game with the same focused mentality that has kept them unbeaten throughout the tournament.
"This is the last and most important match of the tournament. We’re approaching it with the same confidence and focus that carried us through from the group stage. Nothing changes and that mindset and belief remain intact," she told Flashscore.com
"We know this final will demand even more from us mentally, physically, emotionally, and tactically. To win, we must go beyond 100%, aiming to give 120, even 150%, because we’re up against the host nation.
"It will be intense, highly competitive, and challenging. But we commit the game into God’s hands, as we always do. We’ll play our part with everything we’ve got and trust Him to crown our efforts."
WHO WILL OFFICIATE THE GAME?
Antsino Twanyanyukwa from Namibia will officiate this fixture and will be assisted by Alice Umutesi (Rwanda) as Assistant Referee 1, and Tabara Mbodji (Senegal) as Assistant Referee 2.
Rwanda’s Salima Mukansanga will serve as VAR while she will be supported by Letticia Viana (Eswatini) as AVAR 1 and Diana Chikotesha (Zambia) as AVAR 2.
WHERE IS THE CLASH?
The match will take place in the Prince Moulay Abdellah Olympic Annex Stadium.
Nestled within Rabat’s expansive new sports complex, the 21,000-seater was built alongside the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, which is set to open later in 2025 and will seat approximately 68,700 spectators, making it one of Morocco’s largest football venues.
Named after Prince Moulay Abdellah of Morocco, the complex is set to play a pivotal role in both the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, hosting the opening match, a semi-final, and the tournament final.
