Here are the players who were shortlisted for the WAFCON 2024 team of the tournament have been revealed.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons capped their record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title with four of their stars earning spots in the official CAF Team of the Tournament.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) unveiled its standout XI following Nigeria’s dramatic 3-2 comeback win over host nation Morocco in the final, held in Rabat.
Leading the selections is goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who was also named Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament. Her commanding presence and clutch saves proved vital to Nigeria’s unbeaten run to the title. Michelle Alozie, a standout for the Houston Dash, was rewarded for her consistent performances at right back, showing remarkable energy and positional awareness.
The attacking third of the Best XI also features two Nigerian stars. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, named Player of the Tournament, excelled on the right wing with her blend of leadership, creativity, and goal-scoring impact. On the left flank is Esther Okoronkwo, who starred in the final by scoring one goal and assisting two others in Nigeria’s stunning comeback. With a total of two goals and six assists, she finished as WAFCON 2024’s most productive attacking player.
The Team of the Tournament also includes three players from finalists Morocco, and two each from Ghana and South Africa, the remaining semi-finalists. Ghana edged South Africa to take bronze in the third-place playoff.
In midfield, the trio of Grace Asantewaa (Ghana), Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco) who the tournament’s top scorer with five goals and golden boot winner and Refiloe Jane (South Africa) provided a perfect blend of creativity, control, and threat.
Up front, Ibtissam Jraïdi (Morocco) earned the central striker spot after an impressive campaign, while Karabo Dhlamini (South Africa) slotted in at left back. The centre-back pairing features Portia Boakye (Ghana) and Bambanani Mbane (South Africa).
The all-star XI was arranged in a 4-3-3 formation, highlighting a balance of defensive strength and attacking flair across the continent’s best performers.
