Super Falcons WAFCON 2026: Fixtures, Squad, Next Match and How to Watch

• See Super Falcons WAFCON 2026 fixtures, full Nigeria squad, next match against Malawi, kick-off time, group opponents and how to watch live.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons are set to begin their title defence at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, in Morocco.

The tournament will run from July 26 to August 16, 2026, with Nigeria drawn in Group C alongside Malawi, Zambia and Egypt.

The Super Falcons are the most successful team in WAFCON history, with 10 titles, and will be aiming to win a record-extending 11th continental crown.

Super Falcons Next Match

Nigeria’s next match is against Malawi.

Malawi are making their debut at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, while Nigeria enter the match as defending champions.

Super Falcons WAFCON 2026 Fixtures

All Nigeria’s Group C matches will be played in Rabat.

Super Falcons Squad for WAFCON 2026

Head coach Justine Madugu named a 25-player squad for the tournament.

Goalkeepers

• Chiamaka Nnadozie
• Comfort Erhabor
• Fatima Oloko

Defenders

• Osinachi Ohale
• Michelle Alozie
• Shukurat Oladipo
• Rofiat Imuran
• Glory Ogbonna
• Oluwatosin Demehin
• Sikiratu Isah
• Christy Ucheibe

Midfielders

• Rasheedat Ajibade
• Halimatu Ayinde
• Deborah Abiodun
• Toni Payne
• Jennifer Echegini

Forwards

• Asisat Oshoala
• Gift Monday
• Esther Okoronkwo
• Joy Omewa
• Francisca Ordega
• Folashade Ijamilusi
• Omorinsola Babajide
• Chinwendu Ihezuo
• Uchenna Kanu

Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and striker Asisat Oshoala are among the biggest names in the squad.

How to Watch Super Falcons WAFCON 2026 Matches

CAF has not fully published the final 2026 broadcast list for all territories as of July 20, 2026.

However, Nigerian fans should check:

• SuperSport on DStv/GOtv
• NTA, if free-to-air rights are announced
• CAF official website and social media pages
• NFF official pages
• Official match highlights on CAF digital platforms

Fans should avoid illegal streaming links because they may be unsafe or unreliable.

Why WAFCON 2026 Is Important

WAFCON 2026 is not only about winning the African title. It also serves as a qualification route for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

The four semi-finalists will qualify automatically for the World Cup, while another team may enter an intercontinental playoff route.

This makes Nigeria’s group-stage performance very important.

The Super Falcons begin their WAFCON 2026 campaign against Malawi on July 28, before facing Zambia and Egypt.

Nigeria have the experience, squad depth and attacking quality to go far in Morocco, but Group C will still be competitive, especially with Zambia expected to provide a strong test.