Super Falcons apologise after shocking 3-2 loss to Malawi in WAFCON 2026 opener
Asisat Oshoala apologised to Nigerians after the Super Falcons suffered a shock 3‑2 loss to Malawi in their opening Women’s Africa Cup of Nations match on Tuesday night, July 28, 2026. Malawi’s goals came from Tembi Chawinga’s brace and a strike by Tabitha Chawinga, while Rasheedat Ajibade and substitute Uchenna Kanu scored for Nigeria. Oshoala called the defeat a wake‑up call, urging the team to work harder for their next game.
The former Barcelona forward urged fans to remain supportive despite the setback.
The Super Falcons, defending champions, now face Zambia’s Copper Queens in their next Group C fixture on Saturday night, July 31. Analysts say the loss highlights the rising competitiveness of women’s football across Africa, with smaller nations closing the gap on traditional powers.
With the Falcons’ next match just days away, will a tighter defence and sharper finishing be enough to bounce back, or should fans temper their expectations for the tournament?