Why the Seven Stars?
Egypt's women's national football team has caught fans' attention at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for wearing seven stars above their badge. These stars, however, don't represent titles won by Egypt's women but rather honor the success of the men’s side.
The Egyptians have proudly worn this iconic logo across all their national teams due to the male footballers’ impressive record in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Men's Egypt has won the AFCON seven times, between 1957 and 2010 - a historic feat unmatched by any other nation.
Egyptian Football Association chose this symbol as a nod to their country’s overall footballing success. The women's team is still chasing its maiden WAFCON title with no recent appearances in the later stages of the competition. This badge has become a talking point, sparking curiosity and some confusion among supporters initially.
According to reporting by Vanguard Nigeria - SportsFrequently Asked Questions
Why do they have seven stars?
The Egyptian Football Association uses the seven stars on the national team badge to honor the men’s side’s success in AFCON, not the women's team’s achievements.
Has Egypt won a WAFCON before?
No, Egypt has yet to win the Women's Africa Cup of Nations and is still chasing its first major continental title. The badge highlights the country's history with men’s football instead.