WAFCON 2026 quarter-final: Super Falcons battle Cameroon for World Cup ticket
Nigeria eventually made it through to the quarter-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON. The Super Falcons began the defence of their title with a shock defeat to Malawi. They bounced back from that result to beat Zambia and Egypt to qualify as runners-up. It appears from every evidence that Justine Madugu’s ladies […] WAFCON 2026 quarter-final: Super Falcons battle Cameroon for…
Nigeria's Super Falcons advanced to the quarter-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, after overcoming Malawi, Zambia, and Egypt. Justine Madugu's team appears to have found their rhythm after their early setback against Malawi. According to Solace Chukwu, an author, the win over Zambia indicated improvement, while the match against Egypt allowed for a broader attacking strategy.
However, Chukwu adds that the team started from a low base, so the improvement is not significant. They will face Cameroon in the quarter-finals, with the winner automatically qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. Chukwu predicts it will be a physical and contested game in the middle third of the pitch, with the winner likely winning by one goal.
Chukwu believes Nigeria will prevail, citing their greater options in deciding matches and physical strength. However, he also notes potential concerns over Nigeria's defense, particularly with Osinachi Ohale's lack of pace and the selection challenge for Madugu. Cameroon's Chiamaka Nnadozie has not reached her usual level of excellence.
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