Cameroon have won the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, for the first time in their history after defeating tournament debutants Malawi 3-0 in Sunday’s final in Morocco.
The Indomitable Lionesses capped a memorable campaign with a convincing victory over Malawi to claim the continental title after several weeks of competitive football.
Cameroon also dominated the individual awards, with several of their players recognised for their performances throughout the tournament.
The full list of 2026 WAFCON award winners is:
- Champions: Cameroon
- Runners-up: Malawi
- Top Scorer: Temwa Chawinga
- Player of the Tournament: Monique Ngock
- Best Goalkeeper: Michaely Bihina
- Fair Play Award: Algeria
- Player of the Final: Marie Ngah Manga
Cameroon’s triumph marks the country’s first WAFCON title, while Malawi finish as runners-up in their debut appearance in the tournament’s final.
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