Wafcon favourites Nigeria eye World Cup slot and record prize money
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) kicks off in Morocco on Sunday with qualification for the World Cup and a record US$2 million first prize on the line. A record 16-nation line-up — up from 12 at the previous edition — will compete with 10-time title-holders and defending champions Nigeria the team to […] The post Wafcon favourites Nigeria eye World Cup slot and record prize money appeared first on The Namibian .
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) kicks off in Morocco on Sunday with qualification for the World Cup and a record US$2 million first prize on the line.
A record 16-nation line-up — up from 12 at the previous edition — will compete with 10-time title-holders and defending champions Nigeria the team to beat.
The last success of the Super Falcons was spectacular. Trailing Morocco by two goals at half-time, they stormed back with Jennifer Echegini scoring the late winner in a 3-2 triumph.
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Echegini will be back, seeking another gold medal at the two-yearly showcase of African women’s football, which Morocco are hosting for the third consecutive time.
Canada-based Esther Okoronkwo and fellow forward Folashade Ijamilusi, who plays in China, scored the other Nigerian goals in the final, and will also be chasing more glory.
