Several Chelsea players have tipped Nigeria as their pick to win the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), underlining the Super Falcons’ enduring reputation as the continent’s most successful side.
The endorsements come despite Nigeria’s surprising 3-2 defeat to tournament debutants Malawi on July 28 in Morocco, a result that briefly shook confidence around the 10-time champions.
In a widely circulated clip, the Chelsea players voiced their support for Nigeria, reflecting both the club’s strong African connections and the Super Falcons’ historic dominance in the competition.
The timing of the video, released shortly after the upset loss, was met with a positive reception from fans, many of whom viewed it as a morale boost not only for Nigeria but for the tournament as a whole.
Supporters also pointed to Chelsea’s diverse squad, which includes several players with African ties, as a factor behind the show of solidarity. The moment has since added to the narrative of a highly competitive WAFCON, where traditional powerhouses are being tested by emerging sides.
With the tournament running in Morocco until August 16, the stakes remain high, particularly with World Cup qualification on the line, ensuring that Nigeria and their challengers have little margin for error as the competition progresses.
