Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to face long-time rivals, Banyana Banyana of South Africa, in a high-stakes Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 semi-final clash on July 22 at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco.
South Africa booked their spot in the last four after edging Senegal 4-1 on penalties in a tense quarter-final encounter that ended goalless after 120 minutes of football. The defending champions showed nerves of steel to overcome the West Africans and will now turn their attention to a familiar foe.
Nigeria, on the other hand, were in blistering form on Friday, thrashing Zambia’s Copper Queens 5-0 in a dominant display that underlined their championship credentials. The nine-time WAFCON champions remain unbeaten in the tournament, with eight goals scored and none conceded in four matches.
The upcoming semi-final marks a mouthwatering repeat of their 2022 WAFCON group stage meeting — also in Morocco — where South Africa stunned Nigeria with a 2-1 victory. That win came after Nigeria had edged Banyana Banyana in a dramatic 2018 WAFCON final.
As the rivalry renews, all eyes will be on Casablanca where two of Africa’s women’s football powerhouses will battle for a place in the final. On the same day, hosts Morocco will square off against Ghana’s Black Queens in the second semi-final encounter.
Match Details: Nigeria vs. South Africa (WAFCON 2024 Semi-Final)
Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM (WAT/Nigeria Time)
Venue: Stade Larbi Zaouli, Casablanca, Morocco
