Defending champions Nigeria secured a place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after an emphatic 6-2 victory over Egypt’s Cleopatras in their final Group C fixture.
The Super Falcons produced a dominant attacking display to overwhelm the North Africans, sealing their passage to the knockout stage in style.
Despite the convincing win, Nigeria finished second in Group C behind Malawi’s Scorchers, who claimed top spot in the standings.
Head coach Justine Madugu’s side will now shift focus to the quarter-finals as they continue their quest to retain the continental title.
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