An international women's football friendly match between Cameroon and Nigeria took place on March 3, 2026, in Yaounde. This encounter is part of both teams' preparation for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled in Morocco from March 17 to April 3.
Cameroon, the host country, recently defeated Nigeria 1-0 in a previous friendly match. The match was played at the Military Stadium in Yaounde. The winning goal was scored late in the game by Yvana Mbomozomo.
Nigeria's Super Falcons, the reigning African champions, will be looking to avenge their defeat in this match. The Nigerian team, led by coach Justine Madugu, is expected to make tactical changes and potentially start Chiamaka Nnadozie in goal.
This friendly match is a crucial opportunity for both teams to assess their strengths and refine their strategies before the 2026 WAFCON. Cameroon was reinstated to participate in the WAFCON following the expansion of the tournament to 16 teams, despite their elimination during the qualifiers. Nigeria, meanwhile, is aiming for an eleventh continental title.
The 2026 WAFCON in Morocco will also serve as Africa's qualifying tournament for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil. The stakes are therefore high for both nations, who aspire to shine on both the continental and world stages.
The match is scheduled to kick off at the Military Stadium in Yaounde. Supporters and observers will be paying close attention to the performance of both teams as they actively prepare for the upcoming competition.
