Nigeria overcame a two-goal deficit to beat Morocco 3-2 and win their record-extending 10th Women's Africa Cup of Nations title. Esther Okoronkwo and Folashade Ijamilusi sparked the comeback at Rabat's Stade Olympique, with substitute Jennifer Echegini scoring the decisive goal in the 88th minute. Morocco initially led with goals from captain Ghizlane Chebbak and Sanaa Mssoudy. Nigeria's success earned them $1 million in prize money, while Ghana claimed third place in the tournament after defeating South Africa on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
Nigeria staged a remarkable fightback from two goals down to beat hosts Morocco 3-2 and win the Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday.
The Super Falcons pick up $1m in prize money doubled since the last edition and become the first side to lift the new-look Wafcon trophy.
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