WAFCON 2026 Qualifier: Benin Unveils Strong Cheetahs For Super Falcons

WAFCON 2026 Qualifier: Benin Unveils Strong Cheetahs For Super Falcons

Sampson Adedeji

Benin Republic has unveiled a strong squad for their upcoming clash against Nigeria’s Super Falcons in the second round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The interim coach, Abdoulaye Ouzérou, on Friday released the list of players who will represent the Cheetah Queens as they battle the reigning African champions for a place in the final qualifying round.

Benin will host the first leg on October 24, 2025, before travelling to Nigeria for the second leg on October 28, 2025.

Ouzérou’s squad features a mix of experienced players and emerging talents drawn from both local and foreign clubs.

According to the Benin Football Federation, the team has been in camp for over a week, focusing on tactical discipline and physical conditioning to face the star-studded Nigerian side.

The Super Falcons, who are the defending WAFCON champions after defeating Morocco in the last edition’s final, will be aiming to continue their dominance on the continent.

Nigeria is expected to announce its final squad in the coming days, with head coach Madugu likely to retain most of the players who featured in the last international window.

The two-legged encounter promises to be intense, as Benin seeks to pull off a major upset against one of Africa’s most successful women’s teams.