'Every country wants to beat Nigeria' - Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.
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Notable Quotes
"Now that we are champions, every other team will want to draw you down."
— Justin Madugu , Athlete
"Every country wants to beat Nigeria."
— Ann Chiejine , Athlete
"Our first target is to qualify for the World Cup."
— Francisca Ordega , Athlete
"Malawi's qualification shows the progress they're making."
— Rasheedat Ajibade , Athlete
Key People
Assistant coach and four-time Wafcon winner as a player.
Six-time African player of the year and key player for Nigeria.
Experienced striker from Zambia's national football team.
Winger for Nigeria's national football team.
Head coach of the Super Falcons, Nigeria's women's national football team.
Zambian striker playing in the USA.
Captain of Nigeria's women's national football team and named best player at the previous tournament.
Renowned player who scored for Lyon in France.
Award-winning player in the National Women's Soccer League.
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Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.
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