The Super Falcons wrapped up their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Tanzania in their final warm-up match.
The nine-time African champions showed resilience and attacking quality to overcome the East African side, giving head coach Justine Madugu plenty of positives before the tournament begins.
The win comes at the perfect time as Nigeria prepares to defend its WAFCON crown against the continent’s best teams. Beyond the race for another African title, the competition also carries extra significance, with qualification spots for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup at stake.
The Super Falcons will be aiming to continue their dominance in African women’s football while securing a place on the global stage. A strong performance in the tournament would reinforce Nigeria’s reputation as one of Africa’s most successful football nations.
Although the friendly was primarily about fine-tuning tactics and assessing player fitness, the victory provides a welcome confidence boost ahead of the championship. The coaching staff will also be encouraged by the team’s ability to grind out a result before competitive action begins.
With preparations complete, attention now shifts to WAFCON, where the Super Falcons will look to begin their campaign on a winning note.
Fans will be hoping the momentum from the Tanzania victory carries into the tournament as Nigeria sets its sights on lifting another continental trophy and booking its ticket to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
