Nigeria’s bid to reclaim the WAFCON title is on course, but the team will face their toughest test in the semi-final clash against South Africa, at the 2024 WAFCON.
This fixture has morphed into a derby in Women’s football, and despite Nigeria’s dominance South Africa themselves have tucked a few Ws in the bag.
Banyana Banyana’s statement win came in the opening group game at the last tournament, which also saw also inspired their run to the title.
A 2-1 victory which left a bitter taste and the Super Falcons players will be going for their pound of flesh.
Speaking ahead of Tuesday’s clash at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Nigerian defender Ashleigh Plumptre contends the Super Falcons are eager for the contest.
Plumptre has featured for Nigeria prominently at the 2024 WAFCON and been one of Nigeria’s standout performers.
She put in a solid shift the quarter-final win over Zambia and now the 27 year-old not only set her sights on facing Banyana but also getting a win.
