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Jay-Jay Okocha Applauds Super Falcons’ Grit After Historic WAFCON Victory Over Morocco

By Emmanuel Austin Baah
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Nigerian football icon Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha has praised the Super Falcons for their heroic performance in the final of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where they staged a remarkable comeback to defeat host nation Morocco and lift their 10th continental title.

 

The highly anticipated final, played at the packed Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, ended in dramatic fashion as Nigeria overturned a first-half deficit to claim a 3-2 victory. The win not only reasserts Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football but also silenced the home crowd and capped off a flawless campaign for the West African giants.

 

Speaking in the aftermath of the historic win, Jay-Jay Okocha commended the resilience and fighting spirit displayed by the Super Falcons.

 

🗣️ “The Super Falcons achieved the unthinkable yesterday,” Okocha said. “Their victory was thoroughly deserved – they fought valiantly from start to finish. The Moroccan side became complacent far too early, believing the match was already in their hands. They seemed to forget that Nigerian women do not give up so easily. Congratulations to our ladies for bringing the trophy back home!”

 

Okocha, who captained the Super Eagles during his illustrious career, emphasised the significance of the win, especially against a technically gifted Moroccan team that had the advantage of home support and were widely tipped to claim their first title.

 

The Super Falcons, led by captain Onome Ebi and coached by Randy Waldrum, have now won the tournament more times than any other nation. Their triumph in Morocco marks their first WAFCON title since 2018, having been denied in 2022 by South Africa in the semi-finals.

 

Star performances from Asisat Oshoala, Rasheedat Ajibade, and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie were instrumental throughout the tournament, with Nnadozie producing a string of crucial saves in the final to keep Nigeria in the game.

 

The victory not only secures continental glory but also guarantees Nigeria’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers as Africa’s top seed.

 

The nation has since erupted in celebration, with messages of congratulations pouring in from across the world, highlighting the enduring legacy and unyielding spirit of the Super Falcons.

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  • My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

    I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

    Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

    Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

    I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

    For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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