The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)—held in July 2025—is set for its grand finale tonight at 21:00 local time/WAT (20:00 GMT). The Stade Olympique de Rabat will host the decisive clash as hosts Morocco take on nine-time champions Nigeria to crown a new African queen.
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Match-Up: Morocco 🇲🇦 vs Nigeria 🇳🇬
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Date: Saturday, 26 July 2025
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Kick-off: 21:00 Morocco time/WAT (20:00 GMT)
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Venue: Stade Olympique, Rabat
Morocco returns to the final for the second WAFCON in a row, while Nigeria looks to secure their record-extending tenth title.
Road to the Final
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Morocco, the tournament hosts, edged Ghana 4–2 on penalties following a 1–1 draw in Rabat, with goalkeeper Khadija Er‑Rmichi making the decisive save in the shootout.
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Nigeria advanced after a dramatic 2–1 win over South Africa, sealed by a stoppage-time wondergoal from Michelle Alozie in Casablanca.
What’s at Stake
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Nigeria seeks to reclaim continental dominance with a record tenth WAFCON title and maintain their unblemished record in finals: they’ve won all nine past title matches.
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Morocco aims to achieve football folklore on home soil with their first-ever WAFCON title, led by stars Ghizlane Chebbak, Fatima Tagnaout, Sakina Ouzraoui, and backed by fervent home support.
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CAF has doubled the winner’s prize to USD 1 million, reflecting growing investment in women's football in Africa.
Preview Table
| Feature | Details |
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| Final Match | Morocco vs Nigeria |
| Venue | Stade Olympique, Rabat |
| Kick-off | 21:00 GMT+1 / 20:00 GMT |
| Stakes | Title, historic first for Morocco, or Nigeria’s decade of dominance |
| Broadcast Partners | CAF’s official broadcasters across Africa and beyond |
All roads lead to Rabat......