Malawi Shock Super Falcons in WAFCON Opener 2026

Malawi pulled off a major upset on Tuesday, defeating defending champions Nigeria 3-2 in their Group C opener at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat.

Temwa Chawinga scored twice, while Tabitha Chawinga added the third goal to hand the tournament debutants a famous victory.

Rasheedat Ajibade and Uchenna Kanu were on target for the Super Falcons, but their goals were not enough to prevent defeat.

The historic win is Malawi's first-ever victory at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations and gives the Scorchers a dream start to their campaign.