Cameroon has captured their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, delivering a commanding 3-0 victory over debutants Malawi in the final held in Rabat.
The Cameroon side controlled proceedings throughout the contest, with Marie Ngah Manga opening the scoring and Naomi Eto adding two goals—including a late strike—to secure the dominant triumph. Goalkeeper Michaely Bihina marshalled Cameroon’s defense effectively to preserve the clean sheet and cap off a stellar tournament performance.
Historic Achievement
The victory represents a watershed moment for Cameroon’s women’s football program, marking the nation’s maiden continental championship. The triumph carries substantial rewards beyond the silverware, with Cameroon securing $2 million in prize money and crucially earning qualification to the 2027 Women’s World Cup.
Malawi’s Brave Debut
Malawi made their debut appearance at the continental showcase, with goalkeeper Mercy Sikelo and attacking talents Tabitha Chawinga and Temwa Chawinga representing the debutants in the showpiece occasion. Despite the final scoreline, Malawi’s participation marked a significant milestone for women’s football development in the nation.
Cameroon’s emphatic performance in Rabat demonstrated the strength building within their women’s program, with their attacking prowess proving too much for Malawi’s defense. The comprehensive nature of the victory underscored Cameroon’s superiority throughout the tournament and their credentials as continental champions.