Super Falcons crash out of WAFCON, fail to secure 2027 World Cup automatic spot
Nigeria’s Super Falcons on Sunday failed to automatically qualify for the 2027 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, after crashing out of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, in the quarter-final.
The ten-time champions’ quest for an 11th title came to an end after losing 1-0 to the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon, through a powerful freekick by 19-year-old Myriam Nyadjou, in the 19th minute.
Though the Super Falcons dominated the game, they were however unable to convert their chances, due to their opponent’s resolute defending, especially with several wonderful saves by their goalkeeper Michaely Bihina, voted Woman of the match.
The result meant Nigeria failed to qualify for an AFCON semi-final in their history while Cameroon recorded their second-ever victory over Nigeria in 14 meetings, with the first being in a friendly in Yaounde in February 2026.
The Super Falcons’ failure to secure a World Cup automatic spot, meant they must compete through the CAF World Cup play-offs scheduled for the losers of the quarter-finals, for the remaining intercontinental qualification opportunities.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Faith
African Church set for 125th anniversary celebration
Mr Odufuwa said the church’s history was woven into Nigeria’s religious and social history.
States
Borno traders raise alarm over circulation of fake N1,000 notes in marketsÂ
The traders called for massive sensitisation to enable local traders to identify counterfeit notes.
NationWide
Migration of ophthalmologists costs Nigeria $150,000 annually, says OSN
She called on the federal, state and local governments to employ more ophthalmologists.Â
Economy
FG restates commitment to regional trade integration through ETLS
Mr Enikanolaiye described the ETLS as a cornerstone of regional trade integration and free trade.Â
States
GOC charges troops to sustain ‌operational successes recorded in Kogi, environs
Mr Mahmuda commended the officers and men and urged them to maintain the core values of the army.
Lagos
LAWMA ‌disengages sweepers over alleged illegal waste dumping
The LAWMA boss called for public support for ongoing efforts to achieve a cleaner Lagos.Â
