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Super Falcons Duo Fall Short as Lyon Edge PSG to Win Historic LFFP Cup in Abidjan

Super Falcons Duo Fall Short as Lyon Edge PSG to Win Historic LFFP Cup in Abidjan
**Super Falcons Players Witness Heartbreaking Defeat as Lyon Wins Historic LFFP Cup in Abidjan** On Saturday, Super Falcons players Rasheedat Ajibade and Jennifer Echegini were part of the Paris Saint-Germain Féminine squad that fell short in the inaugural LFFP Cup final against Olympique Lyonnais Féminin at the Stade Félix-Houphouët-Boigny in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. Ajibade and Echegini joined the game in the second half, as PSG tried to mount a comeback, but their efforts were not enough to prevent Lyon from securing the historic trophy. The packed stadium witnessed a closely contested match, with both teams showing determination and skill. The LFFP Cup is a new competition aimed at promoting women's football, particularly in Africa. The final was staged in Abidjan, a city that has hosted several high-profile matches involving the Nigeria national football team, including some matches during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The first half was a tense and competitive affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. However, Lyon's Tabitha Chawinga thought she had broken the deadlock in the 35th minute, but her goal was disallowed due to an offside call. This meant the match remained goalless at halftime. Lyon returned from the break with renewed energy and began to push PSG deeper into their own half. They were initially awarded a penalty, but the decision was overturned after a VAR review. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 59th minute, when Lyon's Kadidiatou Diani delivered a low cross from the right wing that was met by Mankga, who scored the decisive goal. The victory marked a historic moment for Lyon and women's football in general, while PSG will look to bounce back from this disappointing defeat.
Source: Original Article • AI-enhanced version for clarity & Nigerian context

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