SUPER FALCONS THRASH EGYPT 6-2 TO REACH WAFCON QUARTER-FINALS
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By Aishat Momoh. O.
Nigeria’s Super Falcons stormed into the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt in their final Group C match on Wednesday.
The defending champions produced an attacking masterclass to seal qualification for the knockout stage, keeping alive their quest for a record-extending 11th WAFCON title.
Nigeria entered the encounter needing victory after recovering from a shock opening defeat to tournament debutants Malawi with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Zambia.
The Super Falcons delivered when it mattered most, overwhelming the Pharaohs with six goals in one of the standout performances of the group stage, while Egypt managed two consolation goals.
The emphatic result completed an impressive turnaround for head coach Justine Madugu’s side, who bounced back strongly after their disappointing start to the competition.
Nigeria had reignited their campaign with a resilient victory over Zambia despite playing much of the match with 10 players before producing their most convincing display of the tournament against Egypt.
The Super Falcons will now await their quarter-final opponents as they continue their bid to retain the continental crown in Morocco.
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