Super Falcons forward Asisat Oshoala has described Nigeria’s 3-2 defeat to Malawi in their opening match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco as a wake-up call, urging the team to regroup and focus on the challenges ahead.

Oshoala acknowledged the growing competitiveness of women’s football across the continent.

she also appealed to Nigerians to continue backing the team despite the disappointing start, emphasizing the importance of their support.

Nigeria will face Zambia in their second group game on Saturday before facing Egypt on August 5, 2026 in their last game.

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