Cameroon's women's national football team defeated Malawi 3-0 to win its first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title [1], [2], [3].
The victory marks a historic milestone for the Indomitable Lionesses and guarantees their participation in the upcoming global tournament in Brazil.
The final match took place in Rabat, Morocco [4]. Cameroon dominated the contest to secure its first WAFCON crown [2]. Marie Ngah Manga scored two goals, while Naomi Eto added one to finalize the 3-0 scoreline [3].
Beyond the trophy, the tournament served as a critical qualifying event. By reaching the final, Cameroon and Malawi both secured their places in the 2027 Women’s World Cup [3], [5]. They join Morocco and Algeria as the four teams qualifying for the tournament in Brazil [3].
The win cements Cameroon's position as a rising power in African women's football. The team's performance in Rabat demonstrated a level of dominance that had previously eluded the program in championship finals.
“Cameroon won its first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title, beating Malawi 3-0 in the final.”
This victory shifts the balance of power in African women's football by breaking the previous dominance of established regional giants. By securing a World Cup berth alongside Malawi, Morocco, and Algeria, the tournament highlights an expanding competitive landscape across the continent heading into the 2027 championships in Brazil.
