Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a commanding display against Egypt, winning 6-2 to secure their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons have secured their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt 6-2 in their final Group C match.
The defending champions produced an emphatic attacking performance at the Rabat Olympic Stadium, scoring six goals to move into the knockout stage.
Nigeria Bounce Back in Style
The victory represented a strong response from the Super Falcons after their difficult start to the tournament.
Nigeria suffered a shock defeat to Malawi in their opening match before narrowly defeating Zambia, leaving the team needing a positive result against Egypt to secure progression.
The Falcons delivered exactly that with an impressive six-goal performance.
Super Falcons Advance
The result confirmed Nigeria’s place in the quarter-finals of the competition.
The Nigerian side entered the final group match knowing that another setback could complicate their qualification prospects, but the team produced a dominant display to settle the issue.
The win also provided renewed momentum for the defending champions as they prepare for the knockout stages.
Quarter-Final Awaits
Nigeria’s progression keeps their title defence alive as the Super Falcons chase another continental championship.
The team’s performance against Egypt will also raise expectations ahead of the quarter-final, where Nigeria will face a new challenge in the knockout stage.