TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations records that could be broken
As anticipation builds ahead of the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026, history is set to be written in golden letters.
From the pursuit of longevity for icons like Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné, the Nigerians' unquenchable hunger for titles and efficiency records fuelled by the exciting expansion to 16 nations, here is an overview of the legendary records that could be shattered during this historic 14th edition.
Record Participation
Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné - 8 WAFCONs
The Larbi Zaouli Stadium will be the stage for a major event this Wednesday, July 29, with the match between Cameroon and Mali. Beyond the search for three points, the spotlight will be on the captain of the Indomitable Lionesses - Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné. If she steps onto the pitch, the Cameroonian international will write African Football history by participating in her eighth WAFCON finals - surpassing Nigeria's Ebi Onome and her seven appearances.
Most decorated players
Francisca Ordega & Osinachi Ohale
Already holding the record for most titles with five, Nigerians Francisca Ordega and Osinachi Ohale (pictured) are aiming for a sixth with the Super Falcons. Perennial winners and overall leaders, the duo have been consistent over the years and shown why their longevity is an inspiration for many a footballer on the African continent.
Fastest goal
Mariem Houij - 17 seconds (WAFCON 2022)
It took Tunisian Mariem Houij just 17 seconds to etch her name in the TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON history books. A lightning-fast sprint followed by a clean strike and the ball in the back of the net against Togo in the 2022 edition is fresh in the memory of many.
This moment of brilliance marked the fastest goal in the competition's history. With the 2026 edition promising to be thrilling, the 413 players involved will have only one thing on their minds - to find the back of the net even faster and dethrone this legendary record.
Record for most goals scored by a player in a single edition
Perpetua Nkwocha - 11 goals (WAFCON 2010)
If there is one peak achievement that seems invincible in the history of African Football, it is undoubtedly the one reached by Perpetua Nkwocha at the WAFCON 2010. Carrying Nigeria single-handedly to the African title, the legendary Super Falcons striker tormented opposing defenses by scoring an astonishing 11 goals in a single tournament.
Fueled by two memorable hat-tricks (against Mali in the group stages and in the semifinal against Cameroon), Nkwocha set an all-time high mark that remains the ultimate standard for goal-scoring efficiency on the continent – 16 years later!
Overall Goals Scored in the Tournament
66 Goals - TotalEnergies Women's AFCON 2024
From a collective standpoint, the Morocco 2024 edition reached unprecedented heights of attacking efficiency. With an unprecedented total of 66 goals scored throughout the competition, the tournament showcased a constant spectacle and impressive clinical finishing. This absolute record in the history of the TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON is testament to the tactical and technical leap forward of an entire continent.
However, this benchmark is likely to be quickly erased from the record books with the tournament's historic expansion to 16 nations for the 2026 edition, the increased number of matches provides the perfect opportunity to see this glass ceiling shattered and a new goalscoring record established.