Nigeria’s Super Falcons delivered their best performance of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt with the result sealing their place in the quarter-finals.
After a mixed start, the nine-time African champions responded with confidence. They controlled possession, created chances and punished Egypt with clinical finishing throughout the match.
The Super Falcons moved the ball quickly and attacked with purpose. Their sharp movement exposed Egypt’s defence, while their finishing ensured they recorded their biggest win of the tournament so far.
The victory gives Nigeria valuable momentum ahead of the knockout stage. It also reflects the team’s growing confidence after recovering from an inconsistent opening to the competition.
Head coach Justin Madugu will take plenty of positives from the performance as the players showed the attacking quality, composure and determination that has defined the team.
Nigeria will now face Cameroon in the quarter-finals, a fixture bringing together two of Africa’s strongest women’s football nations.
The Super Falcons will enter that contest full of belief with another display like the one against Egypt capable of moving them one step closer to a record-extending 11th WAFCON title.
