Nigeria’s captain Rasheedat Ajibade says super Falconies are fully prepared for what he promises to be a fierce and highly competitive clash against Morocco in the 2024 African Nations Cup.

Justine Madugu’s side classified the rivals of the arch and by protecting the champions South AfricaWhile Atlas Lionesses past Queens Black in an exciting penalty to reserve their place in the finals.

When both teams get into the field in Olympic Stadium in Rabat on SaturdayThe title will be out for capture; though with opposite ambitions. Nigeria are following a 10th sorted wreath, called ‘mission X’ while the hosts Morocco are hoping to capture their first title of the African Women’s Nations Cup.

The former Atletico Madrid admit to that the final will not be easy, but insists that her team will approach her with the same opinion that has kept them invincible throughout the tournament.

“First of all, we are really grateful to have done it so far. Reaching to the final is a blessing, but as always, we are taking it a game at a time,“ Sanbavade relevant Flashscore.com.

“This is the last and most important match of the tournament. We are approaching it with the same belief and concentration that led us from the group stage. Nothing changes and that mindset and faith remain intact.

“We know that this final will require even more from us mentally, physically, emotionally and tactically. To win, we must go beyond 100%, aiming to give 120, even 150%, because we are against the host nation.

“It will be intense, very competitive and challenging. But we make the game in the hands of the Lord, as we always do. We will play our role with everything we have and trust him to crown our efforts.”

Saturday’s final marks the fourth meeting between Nigeria and Morocco in the African biennial show. Their last meeting ended in a 1-1 draw, with the Morocco of Super Falcons 5-4 in penalties in the semifinals of the previous edition.

Coach Jorge Vilda will count on the deadly duo of Ibissam Jraidi and Ghizlane Chebbak to diminish the splendor of the Super Falcons.

Ajibade: National Pride for Personal Glory

As a team captain, Ajibade has been the driving force behind the impressive campaign of the Super Falcons.

FC Robo Great is firmly on the course to be named Wafcon 2024 Player of the Tournament after winning the match player in three occasions; that come most recently in the semifinal victory over South Africa.

However, the 25-year-old remains humble, keeping her focus on the ultimate goal of the team than on individual tuning.

“I have been honored to have received three players of the match prices so far, and frankly, all I can say is: only for God to be glory. I did not expect it, I was not playing with that purpose in mind,” She continued.

“Whenever I enter the field, it is simply to give all my teammates support. I play with my soul, soul, body and every point of sweat and every ons of effort.

“Winning the three awards is humble, but it’s not just about me, it’s a team achievement. If I could, I would share it with each of my teammates because we did it together.

“This recognition is also for every young girl there dreaming of becoming a professional footballer one day.

She added: “What matters most is mission X and goes beyond individual prices. This trip is about teamwork, collective efforts and achieving a common goal.

“What has kept my endurance and influence throughout the tournament is nothing but the grace and mercy of the Lord.”

Ajibade, Nigeria’s joint scorer in 2022 Wafcon, boasts capturing a team that builds experienced veterans with an exciting new talent.

“Leading the Super Falcon in the 2024 Wafcon final on this Journey X Mission, I am deeply grateful to the Almighty Lord through our Lord Jesus Christ,” Stated Ajibade.

“It is a mixture of emotions and I feel excited, humble and truly blessed who is given the responsibility of capturing such an extraordinary and inspiring team.

“This is an honor that I do not consider to be good. While the weight of leadership is excellent, I am grateful for the grace the Lord has given me to keep it by force and purpose.”

Before making its high international debut in 2018, Ajibade represented Nigeria at both U17 and U20 levels.