Payne and Super Falcons aim for another WAFCON triumph in Morocco
Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s chances of defending their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title in Morocco. The team, known as the “Giants of Africa,” is under pressure to maintain its dominance after winning the tournament two years ago. Payne highlighted the significance of the competition for African women’s football and the motivation within the squad to secure another trophy. She also emphasized the importance of the tournament as part of the qualification process for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Match highlights
- Toni Payne stated that Nigeria is targeting back-to-back WAFCON titles in Morocco.
- The Super Falcons are defending champions after defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in the final of the 2024 WAFCON to claim their tenth continental title.
- Payne described the previous victory as especially meaningful, as many players were experiencing their first major trophy with the national team.
- The expanded tournament also serves as part of Africa’s qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
- Nigeria will start their title defence against Malawi on July 28 in Rabat, and are grouped with Zambia, Egypt, and Malawi.
