Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has moved closer to her first silverware in France after propelling Paris Saint-Germain Women into the inaugural Coupe LFFP final with a clinical 3-0 victory over Paris FC Women. The Nigerian international delivered a statement performance on Saturday, finding the net for the first time since October to put the finishing touches on a dominant Parisian display. This victory ensures PSG’s return to a major final and sets the stage for a blockbuster showdown against perennial rivals Lyon on March 14 in Abidjan.
PSG maintained complete control of the city derby for the second time in just seven days, repeating the three-goal margin they established in their previous meeting. Romée Leuchter, whose prolific form has anchored the Parisians’ attack this season, broke the deadlock in the 47th minute with a precise finish shortly after the interval. Merveille Kanjinga then doubled the advantage just before the hour mark, leaving the opposition with little hope of a comeback before Ajibade seized her moment.
Positioned perfectly within the penalty area, Ajibade met a sharp cut-back with a composed finish to secure her first goal since returning from a significant injury layoff. The strike carries deep personal meaning for the 26-year-old, who missed several months of action between November and January. Celebrating her goal on social media, the Super Falcons star shared a celebratory post from the club with a short, determined message.
“On to the final,” Ajibade wrote, signaling her readiness for the upcoming trophy hunt in Côte d’Ivoire.
The forward’s return to fitness provides a massive boost to Paulo César’s tactical options as the season enters its definitive phase. Since her summer move to the French capital, Ajibade has accumulated ten appearances, contributing one goal and one assist while primarily featuring in the league. Her ability to impact high-stakes knockout games reinforces why the club secured her services on a multi-year deal through 2027.
PSG now shifts its focus toward the final at the Stade Félix-Houphouët-Boigny, where they will confront a Lyon side that reached the final following a 4-0 dismantling of Dijon. The March 14 encounter promises to be a historic event for African fans, as the French league cup final moves to Abidjan for its debut edition. For Ajibade, the match offers a golden opportunity to lift her first professional trophy in Europe and cement her status as a central figure in the new-look PSG project.
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