Nigeria Aims To Start WAFCON Campaign On A High Note Against Tunisia
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By Sedara Philip
The Super Falcons of Nigeria are set to kick off their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 campaign with a Group B match against Tunisia on Sunday at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:00 pm Nigerian time (4:00 pm GMT).
Nigeria’s Dominant Record
Nigeria is a dominant force in WAFCON, having won the tournament nine times. They have reached the semi-finals in all 12 of their previous appearances and boast an impressive record against North African teams, with four wins and two draws.
Tunisia’s Quest for Progress
Tunisia, on the other hand, is looking to make progress in the tournament. They have made two previous appearances in WAFCON, reaching the quarter-finals in 2022. Their only win in the tournament came in their 2022 opener against Togo, with a 4-1 victory.
Head-to-Head Record
The two teams have met only once before in WAFCON, playing out a goalless draw in 2008. Nigeria’s experience and firepower give them an edge, but Tunisia has shown they can be hard to break down.
Key Players to Watch
– Sabrine Ellouzi: Tunisia’s standout player, who scored seven goals in the qualifiers.
– Mariem Houij: Tunisia’s all-time top scorer, who will be key in attack.
– Nigeria’s attack: The Super Falcons have scored a record 176 goals in WAFCON and will look to continue their scoring streak.
Match Details
– Date:Sunday
– Time:* 5:00 pm Nigerian time (4:00 pm GMT)
– Venue: Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca
– Broadcast: DStv SuperSport, CAF YouTube Channel, Afrosport TV, and local TV stations and radio broadcasts.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
