Cameroon's national women's football team, the Lionesses, won the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on August 15, 2026, defeating Morocco 2-1 in the final held in Rabat. This is Cameroon's first WAFCON title, marking a historic achievement for the team.
The victory was sealed with goals from Ajara Nchout and Gabrielle Aboudi Onguene, while Morocco's goal came from a penalty by Ghizlane Chebbak. The win also earned Cameroon a $2 million prize, as announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) earlier in the tournament.
Individual awards were also distributed: Cameroon's goalkeeper Ange Bawou was named the tournament's best goalkeeper, and midfielder Michaela Abam received the Golden Ball for the best player. Morocco's Ibtissam Jraidi won the Golden Boot with five goals.
The Lionesses' journey to the final included a 1-0 semifinal win over Nigeria, while Morocco defeated South Africa 2-0 in the other semifinal. This triumph qualifies Cameroon for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, alongside Morocco, Nigeria, and South Africa.
The victory is a significant milestone for women's football in Cameroon, with fans celebrating across the country. The team's success is expected to boost the sport's popularity and investment in the region.
