Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a slight setback in their build-up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after losing narrowly to Cameroon women's national football team in an international friendly on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The match, staged in Yaoundé, formed part of both teams’ preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations scheduled to be held in Morocco. It proved to be a closely fought contest, with both sides creating chances in a balanced and competitive encounter.
Despite the evenly matched proceedings, it was the hosts who found the breakthrough late on, netting the decisive goal to edge the tie and claim victory in front of their supporters.
For the Super Falcons, the defeat offers valuable lessons as the technical crew continues to assess the squad, refine tactical approaches, and build cohesion ahead of the continental showpiece.
Both sides are expected to face off again next weekend at the same venue as preparations intensify.