Three African Countries, Morocco, South Africa, and Nigeria, Qualify for Knockout Stage in FIFA Women’s World Cup

Three African powerhouses, namely Morocco, South Africa, and Nigeria have successfully secured their spots in the knockout stage of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup tournament taking place in Australia.

These formidable teams have showcased their prowess on the field, leaving fans and pundits alike in awe of their remarkable performances. With their eyes firmly set on the ultimate prize, these nations are poised to make their mark on the global stage, representing the strength and talent that Africa has to offer in the realm of women’s football.

Morocco completed the trio in the early morning of Thursday, August 3, as they triumphed over Colombia, securing a well-deserved second place in their group. This victory had a significant impact on the tournament, as it ultimately resulted in Germany’s unexpected elimination from the competition. Despite their efforts, Germany’s hopes were dashed as they settled for a draw against a resilient South Korean team.

After Nigeria in 1998 (men’s) and 1999 (women’s), Morocco is only the second African nation to advance to the knockout stages of successive men’s/women’s World Cups with their 2022 World Cup semi-finalist men’s team.

After losing to Germany by a score of 0-6 on Match Day 1, Morocco became the first African team to record two consecutive shutouts at the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

South Africa and Morocco are the third and fouth African sides, respectively, to reach the knockout stages of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, after Nigeria (1999, 2019, 2023) and Cameroon (2015, 2019).

Amina Hilda

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