Cameroon stuns Nigeria to reach Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 semi-finals

09.08.26 FT Africa Women Cup of Nations

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A huge achievement in Casablanca. Cameroon toppled Nigeria 1-0 this Sunday in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Falcons, ten-time African champions, couldn’t recover from their first-half deficit. Resilient and determined, the Lionesses continue their flawless, unbeaten run.

Nyadjou’s stunner and fierce fighting spirit

The difference came in the 19th minute, when Myriam Nyadjou fired home a sensational free kick—powerful and precise. That lone goal was enough to spark wild celebrations among Cameroon’s supporters.

After the goal, the Lionesses defended with incredible spirit. Despite relentless Nigerian pressure in the second half, Cameroon’s backline never wavered. Nigeria pushed hard but failed to create real danger in front of goal.

Eyes on Morocco and the World Cup

With this victory, Cameroon’s perfect campaign rolls on. After topping Group D and knocking out Nigeria, they advance to the semi-finals—clinching a spot at the 2027 World Cup in the process.

Next up: Morocco. The Atlas Lionesses, who knocked out South Africa yesterday with a 2-1 win, now await Cameroon in what promises to be a fiery semi-final showdown.

As for Nigeria, their campaign comes to an end and their reign is over. But the Lionesses believe in their dream—just 90 minutes now separate them from a spot in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations final.

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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