AFCON 2025
Rasheedat Ajibade earned the Woman of the Match award after Nigeria’s hard-fought 1-0 victory against Botswana at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday night.
Justine Madugu’s players secured the win with a late goal from substitute Chiwendu Ihezuo, who was set up by a precise cross from fellow substitute Esther Okoronkwo.
Ajibade, who began the match on the right flank of Nigeria’s attack, shifted to midfield in the second half. The 25-year-old delivered an impressive performance, playing the full 90 minutes.
The Super Falcons are set to take on Algeria in their next match at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday.
The former Atletico Madrid star also addressed concerns about her fitness, reassuring fans of her condition.
“Talking about myself, I don’t have any injuries, and I am 100 percent fit. I am doing what I can to the best of my abilities, and I will keep pushing,” she affirmed.
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