Banyana Banyanas hopes of defending the Womens Africa Cup of Nations ended in tears after they suffered a 1-2 heartbreaking defeat to Nigeria in the semifinal at Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday.
Banyana conceded late in injury time as Nigeria booked their place in the final. Desiree Elliss team will now play for third place on Friday.
Rasheedat Ajibade, from the penalty spot, and Michelle Alozie scored the goals for Nigeria on either side of halftime, while Linda Motlhalo converted a penalty for Banyana.
The Super Falcons came into the semifinals having not conceded in four games in the tournament, while Banyana had conceded once, against Tanzania.
Banyana struggled to break down the Super Falcons defence, with main striker Jermaine Seoposenwe, and later substitute Hildah Magaia, tightly marked.