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Nigeria, Morocco, and South Africa shine in the Round of 16, uplifting Women's football in Africa
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Nigerian, Moroccan, and South African Women's national teams for their outstanding performance and well-deserved qualification to the Round of 16 in the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023.
The Super Falcons of Nigeria showcased their strength and resilience by qualifying unbeaten, securing a vital 0-0 draw against Ireland on July 31, garnering five points in total.
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On the other hand, South Africa's Banyana Banyana, in a thrilling match, emerged victorious with a historic 3-2 win against Italy, amassing four points in the group stage.
Meanwhile, the debutant from Morocco, the Atlas Lionesses, scripted a remarkable chapter in their football history by becoming the lowest-ranked team to advance to the knockout stage.
Their hard-fought 1-0 victory against Colombia propelled them forward with an impressive six points, securing a spot at the Round of 16.
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Motsepe expressed his admiration and pride for the teams' accomplishments in a statement that was released by CAF Media on Friday afternoon.
"The Super Falcons, the Atlas Lionesses, and Banyana Banyana have made the people of Nigeria, Morocco, and South Africa, as well as the rest of the African Continent, very proud with their outstanding performances and hard-earned victories at the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023. The future of Women's football on the African Continent is bright,” he said.
The victories of Nigeria, Morocco, and South Africa have come amidst some surprising upsets in the group stage, as heavyweights Germany and Brazil were eliminated early on.
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The progress of the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023 will undoubtedly inspire a new generation of female athletes across the African continent, as the success of African teams shines as a beacon of empowerment and motivation.
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