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Nigeria Omitted from CAF’s WAFCON Best XI Despite Championship Triumph

By Zee Dladla | 24.08.2026 | Sports Last Updated On 24.08.2026

Nigeria Omitted from CAF’s WAFCON Best XI Despite Championship Triumph

The Super Falcons’ disappointing showing at the latest WAFCON was highlighted again after CAF left every Nigeria player out of the tournament’s Best XI.

Nigeria had lifted the 2024 WAFCON trophy, with captain Rasheedat Ajibade receiving the MVP award and Esther Okoronkwo being recognised as Player of the Final. Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and defender Osinachi Ohale were also included in that competition’s standout XI.

However, the Best XI for the 2026 WAFCON was dominated by the new champions Cameroon, alongside Malawi and Algeria.

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Zee Dladla
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Zibuyile began her media journey as a sales intern at Mediamark (Kagiso Media) before moving into digital content creation for ZAlebs.com. Over four years, she helped evolve the platform from a simple blog into one of South Africa's leading independent entertainment news sites.

Following ZAlebs' transition to Celebrity Worx in 2016, Zibuyile was promoted to Executive Editor, recognized for her sharp audience insight and ability to match editorial with branded content. Highlights of her time include a Bookmark Award nomination, judging TLC's Next Great Presenter, reporting from the MTV EMAs, and building partnerships with radio stations like YFM, Cliff Central, and Good Hope FM.

Her editorial work also expanded to include fast-growing digital verticals—such as lifestyle tech, online entertainment, and gambling-related content—tailored to evolving reader interests and brand opportunities.

Published on 24.08.2026
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