Michaely Bihina Shines as Cameroon Reaches Wafcon 2026 Final

Michaely Bihina has emerged as a key player for Cameroon during the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon), leading her team to the final for the first time since 2016. Her standout performances, particularly in the semi-final against Morocco, have captured the attention of fans, with some advocating for a statue in her honor.

The 22-year-old goalkeeper achieved a remarkable feat by saving four penalties in a tense shootout, following a scoreless match that extended into extra time. Bihina's earlier heroics included nine saves in a quarter-final victory over Nigeria, setting a record for the most saves in a single match at the finals.

Cameroon, which missed the 2024 Wafcon, has gone unbeaten in this tournament, with Bihina contributing three clean sheets in five matches. The team will face Malawi in the final, aiming to overcome past disappointments in previous Wafcon finals.