For the CAF Awards 2019, the Women’s National Team of the Year category features some of Africa’s most successful and consistent sides. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) highlighted the teams that have performed exceptionally well in continental competitions and qualifiers over the past year.
Leading the nominations is Nigeria, a perennial powerhouse in African women’s football. The Super Falcons have long dominated the African Women’s Championship, and their consistent performances in regional and international competitions continue to set them apart. Known for their attacking prowess and depth of talent, Nigeria has produced world-class players who shine both in domestic leagues and abroad. Their inclusion in the CAF Awards reflects their continued dominance and influence on the continent.
Cameroon is also nominated, showcasing the growing strength of the Indomitable Lionesses. Over recent years, Cameroon has established itself as a serious contender in African women’s football, often challenging Nigeria’s supremacy. The team’s technical ability, speed, and tactical discipline have earned them recognition at the continental level, and their CAF nomination confirms their rising status among Africa’s elite women’s teams.
Joining these two heavyweights is Ivory Coast, a team that has steadily improved in recent years. The Ivorian women have invested in youth development and gained valuable experience through international competitions. Their growing competitiveness in the African Women’s Championship and other qualifiers demonstrates the progress of women’s football in West Africa and their ambition to challenge the continent’s traditional leaders.
CAF’s decision to highlight these three teams reflects both achievement and potential. While Nigeria and Cameroon continue to demonstrate dominance, Ivory Coast’s inclusion signals the emergence of new talent and the increasing competitiveness of women’s football across Africa.
The Women’s National Team of the Year award celebrates not only victories but also the development, resilience, and rising quality of women’s football on the continent. The announcement of the winner will honor the team that has best combined success, talent, and consistency throughout 2019, serving as a benchmark for other national teams in Africa.
These nominations underscore CAF’s commitment to promoting women’s football and recognizing the teams that inspire growth and excellence in the sport.
