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Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to face Botswana on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in their second Group B match at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Casablanca, Morocco[3]. This encounter follows Nigeria’s impressive 3-0 victory over Tunisia, with goals from Asisat Oshoala, Rinsola Babajide, and Chinwendu Ihezuo powering the team to a dominant start. Esther Okoronkwo was named Woman of the Match for her performance[3].

Botswana, meanwhile, are looking to bounce back after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Algeria in their opener. Botswana coach Alex Malete emphasized the importance of the Nigeria match in their quest to reach the quarter-finals, expressing optimism and determination to surprise the nine-time champions[1].

The two sides last met at WAFCON 2022, when Nigeria secured a 2-0 win with goals from Ifeoma Onumonu and Christy Ucheibe[2][5]. Nigeria will be seeking back-to-back wins and an early quarter-final qualification, while Botswana aims to revive their campaign after five straight continental finals defeats, with four of those by single-goal margins[1].

Coach Justine Madugu of Nigeria is expected to maintain a dynamic lineup featuring key players such as Esther Okoronkwo, Jennifer Echegini, Rinsola Babajide, Chinwendu Ihezuo, captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Asisat Oshoala, and Toni Payne. In midfield, Christy Ucheibe, Halimatu Ayinde, and Jennifer Echegini are likely to provide support, while goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie anchors a defensive line led by Osinachi Ohale[3].

Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. Nigerian time at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca[3]. The match will be broadcast on channels including Arryadia and SuperSport PSL, with further live-streaming information available via broadcasters[4][6].

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