2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations: Official line-ups revealed for Cameroon vs Malawi final

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An unprecedented final tonight at Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. Cameroon and Malawi go head-to-head for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations crown. Both teams are chasing their first-ever continental star. Cameroon are in their fourth final, while Malawi have made it to the championship game in their debut tournament appearance. Here’s a look at the key players for each side.

Cameroon: The Behina wall and experience

The Lionesses are determined to complete a remarkable campaign. After topping their group, and in the quarterfinals, Mikaely Behina was sensational with nine saves against Nigeria, sealing a 1-0 victory. In the semifinals versus Morocco, she stopped four penalties. Up front, Marie Gisèle Nga Manga is the main attacking threat with three goals in the tournament.

Valentine Ngweli is banking on a squad that blends youth and experience in their quest for glory.

Cameroon starting XI: Mikaely Behina - Esther Mai Keith, Ashta Toko Ngwa, Grace Mendo, Naomi Ito Ngouah - Marie Nga Manga, Monique Ngok, Colette Ndzana - Genevieve Ngo Mblek, Myriam Nyagdo, Makana

Malawi: The Chawinga sisters chasing history

In their very first Women's Africa Cup of Nations appearance, Malawi have already made history. After a strong group stage showing against Nigeria, the Scorchers stunned Ghana 2-1 in the quarterfinals before booking a place in the final with a 3-1 win over Algeria. Malawi’s attack has been nothing short of electrifying. The Chawinga sisters have carried the team, netting 9 of their 12 goals so far. Temwa has scored 5 goals while Tabitha has 4, and both are also vying for the tournament’s Golden Boot.

In midfield, coach Lovemore Fazili relies on Rose Kadzere to dictate the tempo. She’s found the net twice and provided an assist since the start of the competition.

Malawi starting XI: Mercy Sikelo - Chimuimui Madis, Asimenyi Simwaka, Rose Alufandika, Benadeta Makandawire - Leticia Chinyamula, Faith Chinziemo, Irene Khumalo, Rose Kadzere - Temwa Chawinga, Tabitha Chawinga

Kick-off is at 19:00 GMT at Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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