Football NewsBBC SportUnverified source· 27 Jul 2026
Super Falcons aim for 11th Wafcon title in Morocco
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt as they hunt a record-extending 11th Women's Africa Cup of Nations crown.
Nigeria
team
Competition
2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations
Group
Group C
Opponents
Malawi, Zambia, Egypt
Previous titles
10 (record)
What happened. Nigeria have arrived in Morocco for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, aiming to defend their title and secure an 11th crown.
- Coach Justin Madugu says every team wants to beat the champions.
- Assistant coach Ann Chiejine calls for harder training.
- Captain Rasheedat Ajibade and Asisat Oshoala lead the squad.
“Every country wants to beat Nigeria.”
— Ann Chiejine
Nigeria begin against debutants Malawi on Tuesday.
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