The Super Falcons face what is probably their sternest test yet when they play The Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon in the 3rd Quarterfinal of the TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

As far as football rivalries are concerned, this is one of the richest on the continent and this cuts across both women and men’s categories.

Ahead of this quarter final matchup which is a repeat of the 2016 final in Yaounde, this derby is expected to produce fireworks. Both are physical and athletic teams that will need to dig deep to progress to the next level.

The winner of the tie will face host Nation Morocco in the Semifinals

Nigeria come into this one as the favourites to win, courtesy of their pedigree at this tournament – having won nine titles and having also scored the most tournament goals so far – seven to be exact.

Nigeria will be without their key striker Asisat Oshoala who has been ruled out of the tournament due to injury. However the Super Falcons still have the likes of Francesca Ordega, Uchenna Kanu and Rasheedat Ajibade in the striker department.

On the other hand, the Lionesses equally have the aggressive traits to cause damage to the Super Falcons defense. Skipper Gabrielle Onguene is one of the most Influential figures for Cameroon. Inter Milan forward Ajara Nchout is another worthy mention in this determined Cameroon side.

On the other hand, Cameroon started slowly with a goalless draw against Zambia, but have since found their feet in the tournament and can now be taken seriously as title contenders.

Match Details
Thursday 14 July, 2022

Cameroon vs Nigeria

Venue: Mohammed V

Kick Off : 18:00 local time

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