AWCON22: Super Falcons, Bayana Bayana Set To Renew Rivalry

-
   Nigeria and South Africa in action

----- As Senegal, Tunisia Record Wins In Matchday Two

Francis Joseph

The Awcon 2022 is well and truly underway and the game that everyone is talking about is certainly the match between the Super Falcons of Nigeria and Bayana Bayana of South Africa in group C.

The nine-time champions will be hoping to have their revenge when they play South Africa later today (Monday)

In the last meeting between both sides, Banyana Banyana made a statement to the Super Falcons of Nigeria by defeating them in the finals of the maiden edition of the Aisha Buhari invitational tournament last year in Lagos.

Also the South African ladies have proven to the super falcons of Nigeria that they are not push overs, in the last edition of the Awcon in Ghana in 2018, the South African ladies defeated the super falcons in the group stage before loosing the finals to the super falcons in a penalty shoot out.
 
South Africa is tipped to be the team that will stop the Super Falcons from winning a record 10th awcon trophy in Morocco. 

There is no doubt that Monday’s (Today) opener will go a long way to determine who will finish top of the group which also have Burundi and Botswana.

        Senegal players celebrating

Meanwhile in matchday two of the ongoing Awcon in group A on Sunday, Senegal defeated Uganda 2-0. Ndeye Diakhate got the first goal in the 39th minutes while Nguena scored the second goal in the 50th minutes.

In the second game of the day in group B, Cameroon and Zambia played out a barren draw while in the last match of the day Tunisia defeated debutant Togo 4-1.
        Tunisia players celebrating

Mariem Houij scored in the first minutes while Sarbrine Ellouzi scored twice in the 12th and 60th minutes of play. Gnintegma scored from the spot for Togo in the 22nd minutes as it turned out to be only a consolation. Ame Amouklou scored an own goal in the 72nd minutes as Tunisia recorded a comfortable 4-1 win to go top of group B.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Mayor Igbokwe (Don Lulu) Honoured with Awa Man of the Year Award

-
Image
H.E. Mayor Lucky Igbokwe (Don Lulu), the chairman of Don Media Group, which owns Ikoro 93.3 FM and Don 103.7 FM, has been conferred with the Awa Man of the Year Award by the youth of his community, Umuawa-Alaocha. During the award presentation, in his Umuawa-Alaocha country home, yesterday, Monday, 8th July, 2025,  the Youth President of the community, Hon. Adindu Chizaram, stated that Mayor Igbokwe was chosen for this honour due to his significant investments in the community. These investments have greatly empowered the youth through job creation and have contributed to the overall development of Umuawa-Alaocha. Chizaram expressed the community's gratitude to Mayor Igbokwe for establishing two radio stations, constructing roads, and the nearly completed gas plant. The youth representatives emphasized that Mayor Igbokwe truly embodies the phrase "Akurulo," which means "wealth that returns home." They expressed their support for him and assured him o...
Read more

Mayor Lucky Igbokwe (Don Lulu) Bags 'Pillar of the Youth' Award

-
Image
Encomiums and accolades have continued to pour in for renowned businessman and Chairman of Don Media Group, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe ( Don Lulu), in recognition of his enduring contributions to community and youth development. On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the youths of Ohuhu-Umuahia, led by their Youth President, Chief Uchenna Gavin Iheanacho, conferred on Mayor Igbokwe the prestigious Pillar of the Youth Award. Speaking during the presentation, the youths stated that the award—also known as the Ikoro Award—was in appreciation of his outstanding efforts towards the advancement of Ohuhuland. They noted that Mayor Igbokwe is the pioneer founder of the first-ever radio stations in Ohuhuland—Ikoro 93.3 FM and Don 103.7 FM. Beyond media development, he has remained a staunch supporter of youth empowerment through various initiatives, including scholarships, construction of houses for indigent youths, provision of business grants, and sponsorship of s...
Read more

BAYELSA STATE UNIVERSITIES SET TO SHINE AT 27TH NUGA GAMES

-
Image
The stage is set for a thrilling display of sportsmanship and academic excellence as three universities from Bayelsa State prepare to make their mark at the 27th Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) games, holding in Jos, Plateau State. Niger Delta University (NDU), University of Africa (UAT) Toru-Orua, and Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) will represent Bayelsa State at the games. While NDU is a household name in NUGA, BMU will be participating in NUGA for the first time and UAT will be participating as observers, marking a significant milestone for the institution. For the first time, the University of Africa's flag will be flown at the NUGA games, a testament to the institution's growing commitment to sports development. The university's participation, albeit as observers, is a crucial step towards building capacity and gaining exposure in the competitive world of university sports. While Niger Delta University is p...
Read more