The Super Falcons of Nigeria have lost their chance to secure an automatic ticket to the 2027 FIFA Womens World Cup after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Womens Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Myriam Mava Nyadjou Wamen scored the decisive goal in the 19th minute at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, sending the Indomitable Lionesses into the semi-finals. The Super Falcons dominated large spells of the match, particularly in the latter stages, but were unable to find an equaliser as Cameroon held on for a crucial victory. The defeat ended Nigerias defence of the WAFCON title and denied the reigning champions an automatic place at next years Womens World Cup in Brazil. Nigeria had been seeking a record-extending 10th appearance at the Womens World Cup and entered the quarter-final as defending African champions. Cameroon will now face hosts Morocco in the WAFCON semi-finals after Morocco defeated South Africa 2-1 in their quarter-final. The post Super Falcons of Nigeria lose automatic World Cup ticket after 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in WAFCON appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
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