Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been placed in Group C along with Zambia, Egypt, and Malawi for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Afrosport reports.
The final draw for the tournament, set to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, 2026, was held on Thursday in Rabat. This event marked a significant milestone, as it was the first time 16 teams participated in the draw for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Group C is shaping up to be highly competitive, with Nigeria gearing up to face Zambia once again. The Super Falcons will approach the matchup with confidence, following their commanding 5-0 victory over the Copper Queens during the quarterfinals of the 2024 WAFCON.
That decisive win was part of an unforgettable campaign where Nigeria secured their record-extending 10th title. Their journey to glory included a semi-final victory over South Africa before defeating hosts Morocco in the final, solidifying their place as Africa’s most successful women’s national team.
Our opponents for #WAFCON2026 are confirmed.
The Super Falcons will compete in Group C as we begin the defence of our continental crown.
The journey to retain our title starts here. 🦅 pic.twitter.com/wBC2MQqHsb
— NGSuper_Falcons (@NGSuper_Falcons) January 15, 2026
In other groups, Group A features hosts Morocco alongside Algeria, Senegal, and Kenya. Group B will see South Africa competing against Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, and Tanzania for progression. Meanwhile, Group D comprises Ghana, Cameroon, Mali, and Cape Verde.
The tournament will be held across three Moroccan cities: Rabat, Casablanca, and Fes. Matches are scheduled at four venues: Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium and Al Madina Stadium in Rabat, Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, and Fez Stadium in Fes.
Meanwhile, Morocco claimed the top women’s football awards at the CAF Awards 2025 on Thursday at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, Morocco. Rabat-based team AS FAR’s striker Sanaa Mssoudy won Women’s Interclub Player of the Year, beating ASEC Mimosas forward Ami Diallo and her AS FAR teammate Doha El Madani.
AS FAR also secured the Women’s Club of the Year after lifting its second continental title. The Rabat team defeated the Ivorian side ASEC Mimosas 2–1 in the Champions League final.
Moroccan Coach Lamia Boumehdi earned Women’s Coach of the Year for her work with Congolese TP Mazembe. She edged Morocco women’s national team Coach Jorge Vilda and Nigeria Head Coach Justin Madugu.
