Super Falcons Honoured by President Tinubu After Historic WAFCON Triumph
KEY POINTS
• A dramatic comeback win against Morocco won the Super Falcons sealed their 10th WAFCON title.
• Following their return, President Tinubu warmly welcomed the team at the Presidential Villa.
• Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu applauded the team’s incredible spirit and promised national celebration and possible honours.
• Nigerians are anticipating the unveiling of a reward package for the squad.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have arrived at the Presidential Villa in Abuja for a celebratory reception with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, after their thrilling 3-2 comeback win over host nation Morocco in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, which they were crowned champion.
The team headed straight to Aso Rock their highly anticipated meeting with President Tinubu, as they touched down on Monday aboard a chartered ValuJet flight, after securing a record-extending 10th continental title. The visit fulfills President’s promise of a grand welcome, celebrating the team’s outstanding achievement and unshakable determination on Africa’s biggest football stage.
President Tinubu joined the celebration with a heartfelt video call, applauding the Super Falcons for their unity, grit, and inspiring display on the pitch, shortly after the historic win.“You’ve lifted the nation’s spirit,” he told them. “You are the pride of your generation.”
Just as the Super Eagles were recognized after their AFCON 2023 heroics, with excitement still running high across the country, Nigerians are now eagerly awaiting details of the president’s reward package for the Super Falcons, possibly including national honours.
The warm reception also reflects the nation’s growing dedication to honouring excellence across all areas of sport, not just only to underscore the growing importance of women’s football in Nigeria.
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Celebrating the team’s impact both on and off pitch, the Super Falcons’ reception at Aso Rock marks more than a ceremonial visit, it stood as a powerful symbol of recognition for women’s football in Nigeria. Further solidifying the team’s role as a history maker and unifying figure in a football Passion country, the Super Falcons had already captured the heart of the country, even before the buzz around President Tinubu’s promised reward began to build.Super Falcons, WAFCON 2024, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria Women’s Football, National Honours, Aso Rock, African Women’s Football, President Tinubu, WAFCON Champions, Nigerian Sports News
