Super Falcons' WAFCON Title Defence Ends After Cameroon Shock

CASABLANCA, Morocco — Nigeria's Super Falcons have been eliminated from the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after suffering a 1–0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals.

The defending champions entered the knockout stage with confidence following their emphatic 6–2 victory over Egypt, but they were unable to reproduce that attacking display against a disciplined Cameroonian side.

Cameroon, who topped Group D, secured the decisive victory to send Nigeria out of the competition and book their place in the semi-finals.

The defeat brings disappointment to Nigeria's title defence after the Super Falcons had battled through the group stage to reach the knockout rounds.

Nigeria's elimination is also a major talking point for African women's football, given the country's long-standing dominance of the continental competition.

For Cameroon, however, the victory represents a major statement of intent as they continue their pursuit of the WAFCON title.

Final Score: Cameroon 1–0 Nigeria