AWCON 2018: Super Falcons Become N82.8m Richer, Defeat Banyana on Penalties

AWCON 2018: Super Falcons Become N82.8m Richer, Defeat Banyana on Penalties By Admin Super Falcons are champions of African Women Nations Cup for the ninth time after beaten Banyana Banyana 4-3 in a penalty shoot-out. Super Eagles goalkeeper, Tochukwu Oluehi came to Nigeria's rescue once again as Super Falcons defeated Banyana Banyana of South Africa 4-3 in the final of the 2018 African Women Nations Cup, BSNSports.com.ng reports. Asisat Oshoala failed to put Nigeria ahead through a penalty won by Fransceca Ordega who was brought down by South African goalkeeper, Swart in the 75th minute but the reigning African Best player lost the opportunity to seal the game before the regulation time. Thomas Dennerby led team need to do more if they are to go far at the world cup in France. Super Falcons winning the Semifinal and the final through penalties means other African countries are catching up with Nigeria. However, NFF president has promised each player $10,000 for winning the title as a gift for birthday celebration.