Super Falcons face Benin or Sierra Leone in WAFCON Qualifier

Published on: 13 December 2024

Nigeria's Super Falcons will meet either Benin Republic or Sierra Leone in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The draw, held in Cairo, Egypt, pits Benin Republic against Sierra Leone in the first round, with the winner advancing to face Nigeria.

The two-legged first-round tie takes place in February 2025, followed by the second-round encounter against the nine-time champions in October 2025.

The overall winner secures a spot in the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco, also serving as a qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Africa's top four teams from Morocco 2026 will compete in Brazil.

 

By Olujimi Dare Ogun 

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