Super Falcons secure their place at WAFCON 2026
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have guaranteed their spot in the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Women's
Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which will take place in Morocco.Following a strong performance over two legs against the Benin Republic, the team secured their ticket.
The ten-time African champions continued to dominate the qualifications, demonstrating once more why they are still the continent's most successful women's team.
The Falcons have now secured their spot in the tournament for the following year, continuing their flawless record of earning a spot in every Women's Africa Cup of Nations since the competition's inception.
Win in two legs vs Benin
The Nigerian team won 2-0 on the road in Cotonou to start their qualifying campaign in fine fashion. They had a significant lead going into the rematch thanks to the first-leg triumph.
The Falcons battled to a 1-1 draw in the second leg, which was played in Abeokuta on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, guaranteeing a 3-1 overall victory over the two matches.
Their overall performance, which combined excellent defense with attacking flair, was overpowering even if they ended up drawing.
Despite their perseverance throughout the match, Benin found it difficult to match the Falcons' speed, skill, and tactical prowess.
Nigeria was prepared to defend their continental title in Morocco, as evidenced by their consistency in both legs.
A tradition of excellence
With this qualification, the Super Falcons have made it to the WAFCON 16 times in a row, which is more than any other African country has done.
Their outstanding record is a testament to years of perseverance, talent development, and hard work.
The first team to formally qualify alongside the hosts is Nigeria, with Morocco serving as the host country.
The triumph not only solidifies their position as Africa's dominant force in women's football, but it also prepares them for a 2026 championship run.
Fans nationwide are hoping that the Falcons will soar high and bring home the trophy once more as the tournament countdown gets underway.
