Cameroon Leads CAF's Best XI for 2026 WAFCON

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the Best XI for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with Cameroon being the standout team, having several players recognized for their performances. The selection included goalkeeper Michaely Bihina from Cameroon, defenders Ines Belloumou (Algeria), Nohaila Benzina (Morocco), Myriam Nyadjou (Cameroon), and Hanane Aït El Haj (Morocco).

The midfield featured Monique Ngock (Cameroon), Temwa Chawinga (Malawi), and Marine Dafeur (Algeria). The forward line comprised Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi), Marie Ngah (Cameroon), and Barbra Banda (Zambia).

Valentine Nguele from Cameroon was named the head coach of the Best XI. Notably, Nigeria's Super Falcons, who were eliminated by Cameroon in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 defeat, did not have any players included in the Best XI.

Following their loss to Cameroon, Nigeria also lost 2-1 to South Africa, ending their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup and breaking their record of participating in every edition since 1991.