🔥 Trending WAFCON 2024: Latest Results and Standings

The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is currently underway in Morocco, running from July 26 to August 16, 2026 ²⁵. This edition marks the first time 16 teams are participating, expanded from 12 previously ².

Here are some of the latest results from the initial matches:

• Morocco vs. Kenya: Host nation Morocco defeated Kenya with a score of 4-0 on the opening day ⁶.
• Malawi vs. Nigeria: Malawi secured a 3-2 victory against Nigeria in a Group C match. Nigeria managed to score two late goals through Rasheedat Ajibade (90+2nd minute) and Uchenna Kanu (90+9th minute), but it wasn't enough to overcome Temwa Chawinga's two goals for Malawi, including one in the 90+5th minute ⁴.

Nigeria, aiming for their 11th title, is in Group C alongside Malawi, Zambia, and Egypt ⁷. The tournament is crucial for the growth of women's football in Africa, providing global exposure and opportunities for World Cup qualification ³.