Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina has been named the winner of the Golden Glove award at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after playing a crucial role in the Indomitable Lionesses’ historic title triumph.
The 22-year-old goalkeeper was one of the standout performers of the tournament, delivering a series of composed and decisive displays as Cameroon secured their first-ever WAFCON title.
Bihina’s most memorable performances came during the knockout stages, where her saves proved decisive in Cameroon’s historic run.
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Bihina Shines Against Nigeria
Bihina produced one of her finest performances in Cameroon’s quarter-final clash with defending champions Nigeria.
The goalkeeper made nine saves as the Indomitable Lionesses secured a narrow 1-0 victory over the record 10-time champions. Her performance earned her the TotalEnergies Woman of the Match award and helped Cameroon progress to the semi-finals with a clean sheet.
The result also ended Nigeria’s title defence and secured Cameroon’s place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Bihina was called upon again in the semi-final against hosts Morocco, where she continued her outstanding form.
Three Penalty Saves Send Cameroon to Final
After a goalless 120 minutes against Morocco, the semi-final was decided by a penalty shoot-out.
Bihina stepped up when her team needed her most, saving three Moroccan penalties as Cameroon won the shoot-out 3-1. Her performance made her the first Cameroon goalkeeper to save three penalties in a WAFCON shoot-out.
Across the quarter-final and semi-final, Bihina made 12 saves without conceding a goal. She also collected the Woman of the Match award in both matches, underlining her influence during Cameroon’s decisive knockout victories.
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Golden Glove Caps Historic Campaign
Bihina completed her tournament with another clean sheet in the final, where Cameroon defeated Malawi 3-0 to claim their maiden WAFCON crown.
Her performances provided a strong foundation for Cameroon’s defensive organisation throughout the competition and established her as one of African women’s football’s emerging goalkeeping stars.
The Golden Glove caps a remarkable period for Bihina, who joined Portuguese giants Benfica in February 2026 after impressing in Portugal with Racing Power.
At just 22, the goalkeeper now has a continental title and an individual WAFCON award to her name, marking her emergence on one of African football’s biggest stages.
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