By Prosper Mene
In a show of national unity and solidarity, Nigeria’s Super Falcons have released a morale-boosting video message rallying behind the Super Eagles as they gear up for a high-stakes Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash against hosts Morocco tonight.
The heartfelt video, posted on the official Super Falcons X account earlier today, features players including captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Michelle Alozie, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and others delivering messages of encouragement, faith, and unwavering support. “Hello Super Eagles, this is from Super Falcons wishing you good luck in your game. We believe in you, we trust you, and we are praying for you,” Ajibade begins in the clip, setting the tone for the collective rallying cry.
The nine-time African champions emphasized the backing of over 250 million Nigerians, urging the men’s team to “trust each other, fight for one another,” play an “injury-free game,” and “fly high Eagles.” Other players chimed in with calls like “Go crazy guys, do your thing,” “Congratulations in advance,” and “Let’s go to the end, come on brothers!” The video, captioned “Let’s go, @NGSuperEagles! We’re right behind you all the way. #Naija4TheWin,” has garnered thousands of likes and reposts, amplifying the spirit of camaraderie across Nigerian football.
This gesture comes at a pivotal moment for the Super Eagles, who have been unbeaten throughout the tournament under head coach Éric Chelle, topping their group and dispatching Algeria 2-0 in the quarter-finals to reach the semis for the first time since 2019. They face a formidable Morocco side, the 2022 World Cup semi-finalists and tournament hosts, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, with kick-off slated for 9:00 PM WAT. The winners will advance to the final on January 18 against the victor of tonight’s earlier semi-final between Senegal and Egypt, where Senegal prevailed thanks to a Sadio Mané winner.
Adding to the wave of support, the Federal Government has also rallied behind the team. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, posted a stirring message on X, praising the Eagles’ “discipline, courage, and belief” and reminding them: “You carry the hopes of millions of Nigerians… Play with the confidence of champions.”
As Nigeria dreams of a record fourth AFCON title, the Super Falcons’ endorsement underscores the growing synergy between the country’s men’s and women’s football teams, inspiring fans nationwide to unite behind the green-white-green flag. All eyes are on Rabat tonight, Naija no dey carry last!
