Nigeria's Super Falcons have thrashed Egypt 6-2 at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The victory secures their place in the knockout stage. The team will now face Cameroon in the quarter-final.
The Super Falcons entered the tournament as one of Africa's most decorated women's teams. They have won the WAFCON title eleven times. Egypt has struggled to match Nigeria's pace and technical quality in recent years. The 2026 tournament is being hosted in Morocco. Nigeria topped their group with commanding performances. Coach Justin Madugu has rotated his squad effectively. Key players like Asisat Oshoala and Rasheedat Ajibade have found form at the right time. The Falcons last won the WAFCON title in 2018. They are desperate to end an eight-year drought.
The quarter-final against Cameroon will test Nigeria's title credentials. Cameroon has a strong record in women's football and upset higher-ranked teams before. The match is scheduled for the coming days. Fans expect the Falcons to carry their scoring momentum into the knockout round. A win would set up a potential semi-final clash with either South Africa or Zambia. Nigeria's women's football program has faced funding and administrative challenges. A deep WAFCON run could reignite investment and public support.
