Cameroon won its first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title on Sunday after defeating Malawi 3-0 [1] in the final match [2].
The victory marks a historic breakthrough for Cameroon, ending a long period of near-misses in the tournament's most critical stage.
The match took place in Rabat, Morocco [3]. Cameroon dominated the final to secure the 3-0 [1] victory, officially crowning them the 2026 WAFCON champions [1]. The result ensures that the team enters the next phase of international competition with the continental title.
This win is particularly significant given the team's history in the tournament. Cameroon had previously reached the final on three separate occasions, in 2004, 2014, and 2016 [3], but failed to secure the trophy in each of those instances [3]. By overcoming Malawi on Sunday [2], the squad finally broke the streak of final defeats.
The tournament concluded with Cameroon emerging as the top team in Africa. The win in Rabat [3] validates the program's growth and establishes the team as a dominant force in women's football across the continent.
“Cameroon won its first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title”
This victory ends a two-decade cycle of finals losses for Cameroon, shifting the team from a perennial contender to a champion. By securing their first WAFCON title, Cameroon establishes psychological momentum and continental prestige heading into the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.