Botswana striker Refilwe Tholakele has warned the Super Falcons of Nigeria they will face a stern challenge at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. After impressing at WAFCON 2022 where she scored twice in a 4–2 win over Burundi it is clear Tholakele believes the Zebras are ready to grow once more at the continental finals.
Tholakele, nicknamed “Seven”, has been a prolific scorer since 2016, earning 15 goals in 19 international appearances. She recently joined Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies from Township Rollers and has continued her fine club form. Her early assertion ahead of the tournament signals Botswana’s confidence and determination to challenge established powers.
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We welcome Tholakele’s bold declaration. The Super Falcons have long dominated WAFCON, but they must now contend with serious challengers. Botswana’s rise shows that no team can afford complacency. When opposition players speak like they mean it, we know the stage is set for real contests.
This moment should remind us to prepare fully. Nigeria must respect ambition with action sharp preparation, physical readiness, tactical adaptability. If we underestimate teams like Botswana, we risk costly upsets.
Yet this conversation also inspires pride. Tholakele’s progression from local campaigns to club glory reflects Africa’s growing balance in women’s football. Nigeria, with its own rising stars, must match ambition with support. Let us ensure that every declaration, like hers, meets structured response from our camp.
Botswana have made their challenge known. The ball is now in Nigeria’s court: to respond with grit, unity, and equal confidence. This WAFCON promises more than a title defence it will test character, ambition and the evolution of African women’s football.
Did You Know?
- Tholakele scored twice in her national team debut at WAFCON 2022, leading Botswana to a 4–2 win over Burundi.
- She made her senior international debut in 2016 and has scored 15 goals in 19 caps since.
- In 2023, she joined Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies and was selected for the CAF Women’s Champions League Team of the Tournament.
- Her nickname “Seven” comes from wearing that number and being a standard-seven student at age 13.
- Botswana will face Nigeria in Group B of WAFCON 2025 in Morocco, alongside Tunisia and Algeria.
