Super Falcons earn $1m for WAFCON victory as Ajibade wins MVP

Super Falcons earn $1m for WAFCON victory as Ajibade wins MVP

The Super Falcons will earn $1m for winning the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations trophy following an impressive 3-2 win over Morocco in the final.

Nigeria fought back from a 2-0 deficit to win the trophy courtesy of goals from Esther Okoronkwo, Folashade Ijamilusi, and a late winner by Joe Echegini.

The Super Falcons are expected to smile home with a princely sum of one million dollars after Confederation of African Football, (CAF) increased the prize money of the competition by 100 percent before the tournament started.

CAF also increased the tournament prize pot by 45 percent to $3.475m.

The prize money for the winners has doubled since the last edition with the champions sharing $1m.

Meanwhile, The Super Falcons also dominated the awards at the 2024 WAFCON with the likes of Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie winning top gongs for their contributions in the tournament.

Captain Rasheedat Ajibade was named the Most Valuable Player of the tournament, Chiamaka Nnadozie won the Goalkeeper of the tournament award, while Justine Madugu was named the coach of the tournament.

READ ALSO:

• Impress: FG sets new cash limit for top officials
• Gaza suffering must stop, UK PM to tell Trump
• Nigerian govt may withdraw electricity subsidy

Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak emerged as the tournament’s Golden Boot winner with five goals.

South Africa earned the Fair Play Award for their sportsmanship and disciplined conduct during the competition.

Similarly, Nigeria’s First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has sent a message of congratulations to the Super Falcons for winning the 2024 WAFCON.

She said: “I celebrate you,our beautiful and lovely Super Falcons for the landmark victory of your 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations championship. Your resounding 3-2 victory is indeed remarkable and commendable.

“It is not just another trophy; it is a testament to your hard work, consistency, and the indomitable Nigerian spirit. We thank God for this sweet victory.

“You have once again lifted the pride of our dear nation, Nigeria and cemented your place as Queens of African football. On behalf of Nigerian women and the entire nation, I thank you for making us proud. You have written your names in gold and inspired millions across the continent.

“Congratulations, Super Falcons, I celebrate you. Nigeria celebrates you.”

Prize Pool For 2024 WAFCON Participants

Winner: $1,000,000
Runner up: $500,000
Third place: $350,000
Fourth place: $300,000
Quarter-finalists (4 Teams): $200,000 for each Team
3rd of the group: $150,000
4th of the group (3 Teams): $125,000 for each Team

WAFCON 2024 Awards:

Most Valuable Player (MVP): Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria)
Best Goalkeeper: Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria)
Golden Boot: Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco) – 5 goals
Coach of the tournament: Justin Madugu (Nigeria)
Fair Play Award: South Africa

Super Falcons earn $1m for WAFCON victory as Ajibade wins MVP