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Super Falcons star, Esther Okoronkwo, is confident of Nigeria winning a record-extending 11th title at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Nigeria, defending champions of the competition, qualified for the tournament following a 3-1 aggregate win over neighbours Benin Republic.

Speaking days after the team sealed a ticket to the competition billed for next year, Okoronkwo, believes the Super Falcons can write history again in Morocco.

“Yes. With with Nigeria, everything is possible for sure,” the AFC Toronto forward, known for her assists, told Channels Television’s Sports Tonight on Thursday.

“We’re not going there to not want to win or just go there for for vibes. We want to win the 11th for sure.”

READ ALSO: Super Falcons Seal 2026 WAFCON Qualification With 3–1 Aggregate Win Over Benin

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The Super Falcons beat the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco 3-2, coming from behind, to win the title in July.

Okoronkwo scored a goal and bagged two assists in that game, earning her the Player of the Match gong and subsequently, nomination for the African Women Player of the Year alongside team skipper, Rasheedat Ajibade.

Watch her full interview below: 

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