The Super Falcons of Nigeria paid a visit to South Africa midfielder, Gabriela Salgado, at the hospital in Casablanca where the midfielder underwent a successful operation to correct the injury she picked up on in the clash on Tuesday.
Salgado was successfully operated on at the Mohamed VI University Hospital in Casablanca, Morocco, on Wednesday 23 July, 2025.
Salgado got injured in the semi final match of the Women’s Africa Cup Of Nations (WAFCON) between her country, South Africa, and Nigeria in Casablanca on Tuesday 22 July, 2025.
The Banyana Banyana fell 1-2 to the Super Falcons.
The Super Falcons said, “beyond the pitch, we are sisters”, wishing Salgado a “swift and full recovery”.
Nigeria and Morocco, host country, will fight for the trophy in the final of the tournament on Saturday 26 July, 2025 at 21:00 (WAT).
The Super Falcons wrote on X: “More than Rivals. Always Human.
“Yesterday, we fought for our countries. Today, we stand for something greater — life, health, and humanity.
“The Super Falcons of Nigeria paid a heartfelt visit to South Africa’s Salgado after her injury during the match. Because beyond the pitch, we are sisters.
“In victory or defeat, “football unites us” — in strength, in empathy, in love.
“Wishing Salgado a swift and full recovery.”
In another statement on X, the Super Falcons wrote: “The entire Super Falcons of Nigeria family, from players and coaches to staff were profoundly saddened to learn of the serious injury sustained by Gabriela Salgado during yesterday’s match.
“Our immediate thoughts are solely with her for comfort, care, and the recovery journey ahead. We are holding Gabriela, her teammates, her family and close friends in our hearts, sending our deepest wishes for strength and resilience.
“Our immediate focus, and our enduring concern, is solely for her wellbeing, comfort, and recovery. The spirit of competition instantly fades in moments like these, replaced by a shared sense of care for a fellow athlete.
“As fellow members of this football community, The Super Falcons NGR stands firmly alongside Banyana Banyana in solidarity and support. Our collective wish is for Gabriela’s steady healing, renewed strength, and a return to the pitch when she is ready, surrounded by the unwavering support of the team and community.”
