Women's AFCON 2026: Cameroon leads Nigeria 1-0 at halftime

09.08.26 FT Africa Women Cup of Nations

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Cameroon is holding strong. At the break, the Lionesses are up 1-0 against Nigeria in the 2026 Women's AFCON quarter-finals at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca. Just 45 minutes away from the semifinals and a ticket to the 2027 World Cup, Cameroon’s flawless campaign continues.

Nyadjou breaks the deadlock with a set piece

The first half was fiercely contested and balanced between these two giants. The breakthrough came from a moment of brilliance. In the 19th minute, Myriam Nyadjou converted a stunning direct free kick—powerful, precise, unstoppable. The defender handed the Lionesses the lead, bringing their dream ever closer.

45 minutes to seal the feat

Nigeria hasn’t given up. The Super Falcons, reigning champions, have made a habit of finishing matches strongly throughout the tournament. The second half promises to be intense. Cameroon is determined to hold on and punch their ticket to the final four. Nigeria will push hard to come back and keep their World Cup hopes alive.

The second half kicks off in just a few moments. The Lionesses have just one half left to pull off a sensational achievement.

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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