Cameroon won the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Malawi 3-0 [1] in the tournament final.
The victory establishes Cameroon as the premier force in African women's football and highlights the growing competitive depth of the continental game.
Tournament officials released the full list of individual award winners this week to recognize the top performances of the competition [2], [3]. Among the highest honors, Monique Ngock was named Woman of the Competition [3]. Ngock's performance throughout the tournament served as a cornerstone for the Cameroonian side as they navigated the knockout stages.
Other individual accolades included the Golden Boot, the Best Goalkeeper award, and various positional honors [1], [2]. While the full list of secondary winners was published by several regional outlets, the focus remained on Cameroon's dominant display in the final match [1], [4].
Cameroon secured the championship title with a decisive 3-0 [1] victory over Malawi. The result marks a significant achievement for the national team, crowning them champions of the 2026 edition of the tournament [4].
The awards ceremony followed the conclusion of the final match, celebrating the individual contributions that defined the 2026 WAFCON [2], [3]. These honors are intended to highlight the skill, and dedication of players from across the continent, regardless of their team's final standing in the bracket [1], [2].
“Cameroon defeated Malawi 3-0 to win the 2026 WAFCON final.”
Cameroon's victory and the individual recognition of players like Monique Ngock signal a shift in the power dynamics of African women's football. By securing a dominant 3-0 win in the final, Cameroon demonstrates a tactical superiority that may influence how other nations prepare for future continental championships.
