The Digest:
South Africa’s coach Desiree Ellis expressed her disappointment after her team’s late loss to Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semifinal. Despite a balanced match, Ellis feels her side deserved better.
Key Points:
- Nigeria won 2-1 in a thrilling WAFCON 2024 semifinal.
- Rasheedat Ajibade gave Nigeria the lead with a penalty.
- South Africa equalized through Linda Motlhalo’s penalty.
- Michelle Alozie scored the dramatic late winner in stoppage time.
- Coach Desiree Ellis felt her team created more chances but failed to convert.
- Ellis called Nigeria's second goal a "freakish" one due to missed opportunities.
- South Africa edged possession but lacked the cutting edge in the final moments.
The Super Falcons secured their place in the WAFCON 2024 final with a last-minute goal against South Africa, leaving Ellis frustrated over her team’s missed chances. Now, Nigeria prepares to face Morocco in the final.
