Reigning champions Nigeria produced a devastating offensive showcase against Egypt at Stade Moulay Hassan as the Super Falcons overpowered their opponents 6–2 in a thrilling WAFCON 2026 group stage battle.
This sensational triumph safely locked down their place in the tournament quarter-finals where they will face.
The 10-time African champions established early authority through aggressive pressing and rapid ball movement. Asisat Oshoala opened the scoring in the 21st minute with an ice-cool penalty finish. This decisive spot-kick followed a thorough Video Assistant Referee (Var) check for a defensive handball.
Furthermore, substitute Gift Monday doubled Nigeria’s advantage during first-half injury time. She cleverly converted a slick short-corner combination involving Toni Payne and Rinsola Babajide. However, Egypt managed to pull one goal back right before the halftime whistle blew.
The teams entered the interval with Nigeria holding a tight 2–1 lead. Nevertheless, the titleholders emerged after the restart with explosive attacking intensity. Substitute Uchenna Kanu restored the two-goal advantage through a crisp left-footed strike.
Subsequently, Nigeria completely dominated midfield possession and created relentless scoring opportunities. Their consistent pressure was rewarded with two back-to-back penalties awarded via VAR. Midfielder Christy Ucheibe dispatched the first penalty with absolute composure in the 80th minute of play.
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Captain Rasheedat Ajibade then calmly converted the second spot-kick in the 88th minute. Deep into stoppage time, Joy Omewa rounded off the remarkable six-goal display. She tapped home after Gift Monday and Ajibade sliced cleanly through the Egyptian defense.
That dramatic late goal marked Omewa’s very first strike at the WAFCON tournament. In addition, it capped off an extraordinarily clinical performance by the Nigerian forward line. The defending champions displayed incredible depth and tactical flair throughout the entire match.
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Meanwhile, Egypt struggled to contain Nigeria’s pace and dynamic movement across all areas. The Pharaohs could not resist the overwhelming pressure exerted by the continental giants. Ultimately, Nigeria proved why they remain the gold standard for African women’s football.
Now, the Super Falcons turn their full focus toward the upcoming knockout rounds. They will clash with fierce historical rivals Cameroon in a massive quarter-final encounter on the horizon. Fans across the continent eagerly anticipate another legendary chapter in this iconic and heated African football rivalry.
