WAFCON 2026: We are here to defend our title and qualify for the World Cup – Madugu
Nigeria's women's team, coached by Justin Madugu, aims to retain the WAFCON title and qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. The Super Falcons will open the tournament against debutants Malawi at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat. Madugu praised the tournament expansion to 16 teams but warned his side will not underestimate any opponent.
- ▪Coach Justin Madugu stated Nigeria's mission is to defend the WAFCON crown and secure World Cup qualification.
- ▪Nigeria, a ten‑time African champion, will face Malawi in their Group C opener in Rabat.
- ▪Madugu emphasized respect for all teams, noting Malawi are debutants but a quality side.
- ▪The tournament has been expanded to 16 teams, a move welcomed as a boost for women's football in Africa.
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Add us on Google Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has declared that Nigeria’s mission at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is crystal clear: retain the continental crown and secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Join the Premium Times WhatsApp Community For Quick Access To News and Happenings Around You. Open in WhatsApp The defending champions will begin their title defence against tournament debutants Malawi on Tuesday at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat, with Madugu insisting his side is fully prepared for the challenge ahead.
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