Cameroon had earlier won the 2026 WAFCON trophy after defeating debutants Malawi 3-0 in the final of the tournament.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Cameroon on Sunday won most of the individual awards at the recently concluded Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after emerging as the winner of the trophy for the first time in their history.
The Indomitable Lionesses thrashed debutants Malawi 3-0 in the final and were crowned champions after several weeks of thrilling football in Morocco.
Following a memorable tournament, several players and teams were recognised for their outstanding performances.
As expected, Cameroon, in addition to the trophy, picked up three individual awards: Monique Ngock won Player of the Tournament, Michaely Bihina emerged as Best Goalkeeper, while Marie Ngah Manga was awarded Player of the Final.
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Runners-up Malawi were also rewarded, with Temwa Chawinga named the tournament’s Top Scorer.
As for team awards, the Algeria women’s national team, The Fennecs, received the Fair Play Award.
However, ten-time WAFCON winners, the Super Falcons of Nigeria, and 2026 hosts Morocco missed out completely.
Below is the full list of winners from the 2026 WAFCON:
Champions: Cameroon
Runners-up: Malawi
Top Scorer: Temwa Chawinga (Malawi)
Player of the Tournament: Monique Ngock (Cameroon)
Best Goalkeeper: Michaely Bihina (Cameroon)
Fair Play Award: Algeria
Player of the Final: Marie Ngah Manga (Cameroon).
