Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has declared that Nigeria’s mission at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is crystal clear: retain the continental crown and secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
The defending champions will begin their title defence against tournament debutants Malawi on Tuesday at the Al Madina Stadium in Rabat, with Madugu insisting his side is fully prepared for the challenge ahead.
Nigeria head into the tournament as record 10-time African champions and favourites to lift an unprecedented 11th WAFCON title, but the coach insists his players are focused solely on achieving their objectives one game at a time.
“We are here for the defence of the WAFCON trophy, and the team is fully ready and set to go,” Madugu said ahead of the Group C opener.
“We have a focus, we have a target, and we know what we really want to achieve. We are here to ensure that we qualify for the World Cup, as well as retain the trophy we won last year.”
