JUST IN: CAF Unveils New #WAFCON Trophy [PHOTO]
THE Super Falcons of Nigeria, gunning for a record-extending 10th title, and 11 other national teams will be competing for a brand-new Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) trophy from Saturday.
With this year’s WAFCON scheduled for Morocco from July 5 to July 26, CAF launched a new trophy tonight in Casablanca, describing it as a ‘powerful symbol’.
“The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) has unveiled a new trophy for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024, a powerful symbol of the rise and recognition of women’s football across the African continent,” the continental ruling body stated.
“Drawing direct inspiration from the iconic Men’s TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations trophy, the new design represents more than a piece of silverware; it is a celebration of equality, unity, and excellence.
“The launch of the new trophy forms part of CAF leadership’s goal of developing and growing Women’s Football in Africa and making African Women’s Football amongst the best in the world.”
The new trophy was launched at an event hosted by CAF and long-term partner, TotalEnergies in Casablanca, Morocco.
Describing the new symbol of success, CAF wrote: “The trophy’s striking design, features identical petals spiralling upward, each one representing a participating national team. Together, they form the shape of a blooming flower, a timeless symbol of growth, empowerment, and beauty.
“This imagery captures the journey of African women’s football and the vibrant strength of its athletes.
“Emerging from the heart of this elegant floral form is a golden sphere, patterned subtly as a football. Adorned with a shiny gold map of Africa, the sphere reflects the continent’s ambition, pride, and global impact in the women’s game.
“Crafted in brilliant silver and matte gold, the body of the trophy is wrapped in a gold ring engraved with the CAF logo, affirming the confederation’s steadfast commitment to elevating the women’s game across all 54 member associations.
“The base, a pristine white marble pedestal with elegant gold-accented stripes, bears the name of the competition in refined matte gold lettering, cementing the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations legacy within the rich tapestry of African sport.
“As the next generation of African stars prepare to shine at the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024, this new trophy will serve as a beacon of aspiration, inspiring millions of young girls across the continent to dream, to believe, and to achieve on the global stage.”
Players from the participating teams — with the legendary six-time African Women’s Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala and captain Rasheedat Ajibade representing the Super Falcons — took part in the unveiling.
