Nigeria's Super Falcons secured a decisive 3-1 victory over their arch-rivals, the Black Queens of Ghana, in a behind-closed-doors friendly match in Casablanca, Morocco on Sunday, June 29, 2025. The highly anticipated "Jollof Derby" served as a crucial final preparatory encounter for both teams ahead of the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The match, played away from the public eye for tactical reasons, saw the nine-time African champions, Nigeria, assert their dominance early on. The breakthrough came in the 34th minute when forward Chiwendu Ihezuo found the back of the net. Just before halftime, Barcelona Femení star Asisat Oshoala doubled the lead from the penalty spot in the 44th minute.
The Super Falcons continued their impressive form into the second half, with Rasheedat Ajibade adding a third goal to put the game beyond the reach of the Ghanaians. Despite a late consolation goal from Ghana's Alice Kusi, Nigeria's solid performance underscored their readiness to defend their continental crown.
This victory will be a significant morale booster for the Super Falcons as they finalize their preparations for the WAFCON. For the Black Queens, the match provided a stern test and valuable insights into areas for improvement before the tournament kicks off.
In the most recent men's encounter between the two West African football giants, the Super Eagles of Nigeria triumphed over the Black Stars of Ghana with a 2-1 victory in an international friendly played in Marrakech, Morocco on March 22, 2024. Goals from Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman were enough to secure the bragging rights for Nigeria in that fiercely contested match.
