Super Falcons Thrash Egypt 6–2 to Storm WAFCON Quarter-Finals

Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a sensational performance to book their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a commanding 6-2 victory over Egypt in their final group-stage match.

With qualification on the line, the nine-time African champions rose to the occasion, delivering one of the tournament’s most entertaining displays to keep their title hopes alive.

The Falcons wasted no time in asserting their dominance, taking control of the game with attacking football that had the Egyptian rearguard back pedalling. Nigeria's relentless attack proved too much as the Falcons ran riot with six goals, despite Egypt finding the back of the net twice.

Captain Asisat Oshoala set the tone, scoring the opener from the penalty spot after a VAR review gave Nigeria a penalty. The goal set the tone for a thrilling encounter as the Super Falcons continued to create chances and capitalise on every defensive slip up.

Nigeria’s emphatic win secured their passage into the last eight where they will now meet Cameroon in a highly anticipated quarter-final encounter.

The result triggered celebrations among Nigerian football fans, many of whom lauded the team’s resilience after a rollercoaster start to the tournament. Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages with well-wishers praising the Falcons attacking display and expressing confidence that the team can go all the way to lift another WAFCON trophy.

With the momentum now on their side, the Super Falcons will now turn their attention to the knockout stage as they continue their quest to add another continental title to their remarkable legacy.