BBC Sport Africa looks at some of the key takeaways from Wafcon 2026 as Cameroon crowned first-time champions despite not qualifying for the finals.

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Temwa Chawinga claimed the WAFCON Golden Boot as Malawi reached the final, securing a 2027 World Cup spot with a historic tournament run.

Fans in Cameroon want a statue built for Michaely Bihina after she made four penalty saves against Morocco to help Cameroon reach the 2026 Wafcon final.

The Nigeria Football Federation has dismissed Super Falcons coach Justine Madugu and the rest of his technical crew with immediate effect, just days after Nigeria failed to qualify for the FIFA Women's World Cup for the first time.

The Indomitable Lionesses take on the hosts and reigning runners-up of the continental tournament. A MUST-WATCH SHOWDOWN YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!