Overview

• Nigeria returns to the Olympics for the first time since Beijing 2008, defeating South Africa 1-0 on aggregate.
• Zambia qualifies for back-to-back Olympics, beating Morocco 3-2 on aggregate with Barbra Banda playing a pivotal role.
• Zambia faces a challenging group at the Olympics, drawn alongside the USA, Australia, and Germany.
• Nigeria is set to compete in Group C against world champions Spain, and former champions Japan and Brazil.
• The qualification rounds highlighted the competitive nature of African women's football, with both Nigeria and Zambia showcasing resilience and skill.