WAFCON 2026: Oshoala’s early strike earns Super Falcons crucial win over Zambia

An early clinical finish from star forward Asisat Oshoala proved to be the decisive goal.

Asisat Oshoala scored the only goal as Nigeria’s Super Falcons returned to winning ways, edging opponents Zambia 1-0 in their second Group C match on Saturday.

Malawi stuns Egypt with a 3-1 victory, provisionally topping WAFCON Group C. Discover how Malawi’s impressive performance secured their lead.

Desiree Ellis and her Banyana Banyana charges face an uphill battle against Ivory Coast on Friday night after losing their opening 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations match against Tanzania. Only victory against the Ivorians would guarantee that the South Africans remain in the Morocco-hosted tournament.

[Premium Times] In what will go down as one of the biggest upsets in the history of African women's football, the reigning champions dominated large spells of the contest but were ruthlessly punished by an inspired Malawi side led by the devastating Chawinga sisters

Gary Kelly and the Team NI women’s pair of Chloe Wilson and Shauna O’Neill all made the semi-finals in unusual circumstances in the Bowls events

Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.