Babajide earns Player of the Match award after assisting two goals in Nigeria's WAFCON win

Super Falcons forward Rinsola Babajide was awarded Player of the Match for her impactful performance in Nigeria's decisive 6-2 win against Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. This marked Babajide's first start of the tournament, and she seized the opportunity by providing two crucial assists.

Babajide's dynamic play repeatedly threatened Egypt's defense, creating scoring opportunities for her teammates. Her first assist came just before halftime, setting up Gift Monday for Nigeria's second goal in the 44th minute. After Egypt narrowed the score, Babajide delivered another key pass in the 57th minute to Uchenna Kanu, restoring Nigeria's two-goal lead.

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I got two assists, but I am very happy about the progress. We knew what was at stake and we managed to pull through.

"I got two assists, but I am very happy about the progress. We knew what was at stake and we managed to pull through," Babajide stated after the match. Reflecting on her award, she added, "I’ll probably keep the MOTM trophy somewhere in my house for my family."

Nigeria's victory was essential for their qualification hopes, as Egypt was already eliminated. The win moved Nigeria to six points, pending the outcome of another group match. The Super Falcons will now face rivals Cameroon in the quarterfinals on Sunday, aiming to secure a place in the 2027 FIFA U-17 World Cup and pursue their quest for an unprecedented 11th WAFCON title.

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I’ll probably keep the MOTM trophy somewhere in my house for my family.