Defending champions, the Super Falcons of Nigeria, have been drawn in Group C of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) alongside Zambia, Malawi, and Egypt.
The draw ceremony was held in Morocco on Thursday.
The tournament has been scheduled to run from March 17 to April 3, as Group C will be played at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca, Morocco.
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The Super Falcons will face Malawi for the first time in the history of WAFCON, while Egypt, a regular participant in the competition, complete the group.
Nigeria will also be targeting a record-extending 11th WAFCON title when the tournament kicks off in Morocco.
16 countries will participate in the competition for the first time.
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