WAFCON: Super Falcons target high-margin win against debutants Malawi
Nigeria's Super Falcons are preparing to defend their Women Africa Cup of Nations title against tournament debutants Malawi. Despite being favorites, the Nigerian team is wary of the threat posed by Malawi's star players.
Why it matters
The Women Africa Cup of Nations is a major sporting event that highlights the growth and competitive evolution of women's football across the African continent.
Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns with debuting ‘Scorchers’ of Malawi at the Al Medina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday night.
Last year, the most successful women’s team on the African continent and one of the best in the world came from behind to snatch the crown from the hands of Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses, with a 3-2 win in a memorable Final.
The Lionesses, targeting a third successive Final appearance with two silver medals from the previous two, spanked Kenya Harambee Starlets by four unreplied goals on Sunday as the championship kicked off, and Cup-holders Nigeria felt it was a message sent to them that the battle for the trophy will be much tougher this time.
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