Nigeria’s Super Falcons reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt 6-2 in their final Group C fixture on Wednesday.
Quick facts
- Nigeria finished Group C with six points.
- Zambia and Malawi also ended on six points.
- Nigeria progressed with Malawi on goal difference.
- Asisat Oshoala, Gift Monday and Rasheedat Ajibade scored for the Super Falcons.
- Nigeria will meet Cameroon in the quarter-finals.
The ten-time continental champions had to win by at least three goals to remain in contention in a tight three-team qualification fight with Zambia and Malawi.
The six-goal margin lifted Nigeria to six points, the same total recorded by both rivals. Goal difference, however, sent the Super Falcons through with Malawi.
Oshoala, Monday and Ajibade were on the scoresheet, while Nigeria also won and converted three penalties during a powerful attacking performance.
The result marked a major response to Nigeria’s opening loss against Malawi and preserved their bid for an 11th WAFCON crown, which would extend their record.
Cameroon await Nigeria in the next round.
