Cameroon's women's national football team won their first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title on Sunday [1].
The victory ends a long period of near-misses for the Lionesses, who had previously lost three finals before securing the trophy [1], [4].
Playing in Rabat, Morocco [3], Cameroon defeated Malawi with a final score of 3-0 [1]. The dominant performance ensured the team claimed their first ever WAFCON crown [2].
The match took place on Aug. 16, 2026 [1], [5]. Cameroon's victory marks a historic milestone for the program as they finally overcame the hurdle of the championship match to be crowned continental champions [2], [4].
Malawi fought to contain the Cameroonian attack, but the Lionesses maintained control throughout the final to secure the win [4]. The match concludes the tournament in Morocco, establishing Cameroon as the premier women's team in Africa for this cycle [2], [3].
“Cameroon's women's national football team won their first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title”
This victory represents a psychological breakthrough for Cameroon, transitioning from a perennial finalist to a champion. By winning their first WAFCON title, the Lionesses establish themselves as a dominant force in African women's football and shift the balance of power within the continental game.
