Nigeria, July 22 -- Nigeria's Super Falcons are through to the final of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a thrilling 2-1 win over rivals South Africa on Tuesday in Casablanca.

In a tightly contested semi-final at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium, the Falcons struck first in the 45th minute when Rasheedat Ajibade calmly converted from the penalty spot after a foul inside the South African box.

The defending champions, Banyana Banyana, responded early in the second half with a penalty of their own, which was slotted home confidently to bring the game level, after a foul by Nigeria.

With both teams pushing for a winner, Nigeria found the decisive moment late on.

Defender Michelle Alozie, who has been solid all tournament, st...