Zambia's Coach Confident Ahead of Clash with Super Falcons

Nora Häuptle, the head coach of the Zambia Women's National Football Team, stated that her team will strive for a win against the Super Falcons of Nigeria in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for today in Rabat. The Copper Queens are eager to secure a place in the next round after starting their campaign with a commanding 6-0 victory over the Cleopatras of Egypt.

In the previous edition of the tournament, Zambia faced a heavy defeat, losing 5-0 to the Super Falcons in the quarter-finals. Häuptle emphasized that her team does not play for a draw, highlighting their aggressive approach to games.

She noted that they learned valuable lessons from their past encounter with Nigeria and showcased flexibility in their recent match against Egypt, which could potentially surprise their formidable opponents.