WAFCON 2026: ‘It’s a final’ — Madugu declares ahead Super Falcons vs Cameroon
Super Falcons Set for Crucial Clash Against Cameroon in Women’s Africa Cup of Nations
Casablanca, Morocco — Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has described his team’s upcoming match against Cameroon in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations as a critical test. Following a decisive 6-2 victory over Egypt on Wednesday night at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, the defending champions have advanced to the quarter-finals.
The Super Falcons will face Cameroon on Sunday, with a berth in the semi-finals and an automatic qualification spot for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil at stake.
Madugu emphasized the importance of the upcoming match, stating, “It’s a final for us. We won’t take it for granted.” His comments came after the team’s recent success against Egypt.
The coach also reflected on his team’s challenging journey thus far, acknowledging the impact of their first game, a loss to Malawi. “We put ourselves in a very difficult position, but thank God we managed to get out of it. The competition is just starting for us,” Madugu added.
As the Super Falcons prepare for this crucial encounter, all eyes will be on their performance against Cameroon, a match that promises to be pivotal for the team’s aspirations in the tournament.
