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The Lionnes Indomptables roared to a first WAFCON success dominating Malawi to win the final convincingly to the heartbreak of a gallant Malawi.

Malawi started the game brightly as expected trying to release the Chawinga sisters but the galant Cameroun defence remained composed as they had through the tournament.

On 20 minutes Cameroun broke the deadlock a great cross from Naomi Eto found Grace Mendoua whose header was saved onto the bar however Marie Ngah Manga was alert to head home the rebound.

Nine minutes later Cameroun doubled the advantage Eto being alert to turn on a loose ball into the bottom corner.

Cameroun’s midfield began to dominate Malawi losing their way missing the suspended Rose Kadzere being reduced to rare breaks calmly dealt with by the defence.

On the stroke of half time Cameroun delivered the fatal blow a excellent team move down the right saw Naomi Eto round the keeper and deliver a perfect centre for Ngah Manga to score her brace.

Malawi came out for the second half on the front foot Tabitha Chawinga saw her effort drag wide of the right post.

As the half wore on Cameroun were in cruise control Ngah Manga sliced wide a opportunity for a hattrick, rare half chances for the Malawi attack as Cameroun domination grew creating more opportunities for Mendoua, Eto

Gabrielle Onguene in her 8th Wafcon entered the game in stoppage time and had the ball in the net only to be ruled out for offside as the referee blew the final whistle for Cameroun to explode into joyous celebrations.

Highlights Final Cameroun 🇨🇲 v Malawi 🇲🇼

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Cameroun 🇨🇲 celebrate after winning the WAFCON 2026 title

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Algeria came from behind to defeat Morocco on penalties to claim the third spot.

Morocco mostly dominated the opening half and took a deserved lead on 37 minutes.

Algeria remained composed and gradually created their own opportunities which in the 84th minute Lina Boussaha broke the offside trap to equalise and send the game into a penalty shoot out which Algeria won 3-2.

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Highlights Third place match Morocco v Algeria

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Ghana fought back with a excellent second half to overcome Côte D’ivoire and keep up hopes of Qualifying for Brasil.

Côte D’ivoire got off to a perfect start Princess Marfo was penalised for a foul and Ines Konan struck from the penalty spot to open the scoring in 4 minutes.

Ghana looked to expand their game but despite good interactions on the right side particularly the movement was halted by straying offside on a couple of occasions.

Little goal mouth activity could be produced as the defence snuffed out both sides offensive play.

The second half opened with a VAR review on 50 minutes when Lamfir Oceane Konan spilled the ball and Evelyn Badu was quick to pounce to get the ball across the goal for Stella Nyamekye to put into the empty net. However on review Badu was deemed to have fouled the keeper.

But on 59 minutes Ghana was level Princess Marfo headed home from a corner.

Ghana much improved offensively in the second half and a Grace Asantewaa fierce effort struck the arm of Aboa Yapo, a long review ensued before the penalty was awarded. Josephine Bonsu stepped up and calmly converted to put Ghana ahead.

Ghana seemed to hold out comfortably though a late scare in stoppage time saw a clearance rebound off Abrogoua that had Cynthia Konlan scrambling but the ball rolled wide to safety.

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Highlights Côte D’ivoire 🇨🇮 v Ghana 🇬🇭

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Player of the match Princess Marfo

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South Africa stunned the Super Falcons with their best performance of the tournament to advance to the Fifa Women’s World Cup Inter Confederation play offs.

Nígería started brightly Swift movement down the left was cut out by Kaylin Swart on 6 minutes.  Banyana responded Linda Mthalo tried a distant effort a minute later that cleared the bar.

Rasheedat Ajibade saw a shot deflected for a corner on 11 minutes.

South Africa got into the game more stifling the Super Falcons who were not helped by poor set pieces a feature throughout the tournament for Nigeria.

The half fizzled out goalless.

South Africa took the lead on 56 minutes Thembi Kgatlana rounded off a excellent move after Hildah Magaia teed her up with a perfect pass.

Kaylin Swart produced a stunning save from Uchenna Kanu on 74 minutes before Refiloe Jane’s effort was deflected off Folashade Ijamilusi leaving Nnadozie stranded to double the advantage.

Super Falcons tried to respond but South Africa defence was defiant until 90+3 minutes when Refiloe Jane stopped a goal bound effort with her arm a action that received a red card. Jennifer Echegini reduced the defecit from the penalty spot.

There was still time for one last opportunity for Super Falcons to salvage their hopes but Kaylin Swart again stood firm to deny Michelle Alozie deep in stoppage time to seal the win for South Africa.

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Highlights South Africa v Nigeria

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Player of the match Kaylin Swart

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Malawi surged to the final in their maiden appearance in the WAFCON defeating Algeria 3-1.

Malawi started bright with early opportunities falling to Tabitha as the Scorchers looked to use their superior pace. One such through ball saw Tabitha Chawinga attempt to break clear on 22 minutes however she was brought down sandwiched by two challenges.  After a VAR review it was determined Morgane Belkhiter to deny the goal scoring opportunity and saw her marching orders.

Malawi continued in the same vain and got their rewards with a stunning individual overhead goal from Tabitha Chawinga to open the scoring on 33 minutes.

On the stroke of half time Malawi doubled the advantage as Faith Chinzimu played in Temwa Chawinga who fired home the second.

Malawi were themselves reduced to 10 players as Rose Kadzere was deemed to have inflicted a dangerous tackle sliding in on Marine Dafeur on 45+8 minutes, VAR overturning a yellow card to red.

Algeria opened the second half with a great opportunity to reduce the defecit however Melissa Bethi put her effort wide. Minutes later Temwa Chawinga saw a poor finish go wide a opportunity to extend the lead vanishing.

On 60 minutes Algeria reduced the defecit as Ikram Adjabi struck at the far post with Malawi defence failing to clear a incoming cross.

Algeria saw a effort from Adjabi saved on 75 minutes before Malawi countered for Tabitha Chawinga to race onto a through ball and clinically finish into the low far corner.

At 3-1 Malawi saw out another famous performance to seal their final spot.

Player of the match Tabitha Chawinga

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Highlights Algeria v Malawi

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Cameroun produced another stellar team display to thwart host Morocco and advance courtesy of the heroics of Michaely Bihina saving three penalties in the shootout as well as a 118th minute Fatima Tagnaout penalty.

Despite the fact of possession domination Morocco had little to show in the offence outwith a 14th minute effort from Sanaa Mssoudy that struck the woodwork.

Cameroun as against Nigeria in the Quarter Final remained calm and composed in defence, tireless working midfield that kept the Moroccan probing at bay.

In the 120 minutes there was very little clear opportunity for either as Cameroun gained spirit to go for their own winner opportunities for Ngah Manga were half chances on 59 minutes, Ouzraoui teed up Mssoudy for Morocco a minute later but her effort from a tight angle hit the side netting. With regular time expiring Michaela Abam saw her effort fire over the bar under pressure as the game went to extra time.

Extra Time continued in the same vain, Morocco frustrated unable to produce the fluent game under the pressure of the Cameroun physical presence.

However on 118 minutes after a VAR review Myriam Nyadjou was deemed to have fouled Sakina Ouzraoui her swinging arm accidentally catching the Moroccon who fell to the ground.

Fátima Tagnaout stepped up to take the spot kick low to the right of Michaely Bihina only to see a outstanding save to keep the game goalless and go to the dreaded penalty kicks.

Hanane Ait El Haj and Marie Ngah Manga each converted their spot kicks before Michaely Bihina took over the show saving from Kenza Chapelle, Maryame Atiq and Sakina Ouzraoui for Myriam Nyadjou calmly step up to strike the decisive penalty to clinch a spot in the final for Cameroun to face Malawi on Sunday evening August 16th at 8pm.

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Player of the match Michaely Bihina

Highlights Morocco 🇲🇦 v Cameroun 🇨🇲

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Cameroun pulled off a sensational upset in defeating the Super Falcons to qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brasil next year.

Player of the match Michaely Bihina started the game as she meant to go on foiling a thunderous effort from Rasheedat Ajibade.

On 19 minutes Myriam Nyadjou let fly a thunderous free kick that flew past Nnadozie to open the scoring for Cameroun.

Nígería looked to respond immediately with Abijade teeing up Gift Monday who scuffed her effort. On 29 minutes Jennifer Echegini saw her effort saved by Bihina at the near post.

Nígería persisted on the flanks to no effect as the Cameroun defence remained solid to see out the half.

Super Falcons came out seeking the equaliser but for all the endeavour, Cameroun remained firm allowing no clear opportunity.  On 70 minutes Olidapo produced a excellent centre for Uchenna Kanu to head that saw a great save from SL Benfica keeper Michaely Bihina.

Nigeria stepped up as time began to run out Kanu headed wide on 81 minutes, but Cameroun remained calm and broke themselves. A Achta Njoya freekick was tipped over the bar by Chiamaka Nnadozie on 85 minutes.

Jennifer Echegini saw her effort on 90 minutes go wide as the Super Falcons could not muster another clear opportunity when Esther Okoronkwo opted to shoot instead of playing in Asisat Oshoala for a free opportunity deep in stoppage time her effort rolling wide.

Cameroun held out for the famous victory to ensure there will be a new WAFCON champion.

Highlights Cameroun 🇨🇲 v Nigeria 🇳🇬

Player of the match Michaely Bihina Cameroun

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The Scorchers of Malawi realised a dream and qualified to the Fifa Women’s World Cup defeating Ghana 2-1.

However it was Ghana who started stronger Alice Kusi producing a excellent run and cross for Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah to volley into the far corner.

Malawi responded, Tabitha Chawinga struck a fierce effort that deflected into the goal leaving Cynthia Konlan stranded.

Long ball play became the order of the game with little opportunities as defences stayed in control to remain level at the interval.

Excellent movement by Ghana on 54 minutes saw Doris Boaduwaa head home but Alice Kusi was adjudged to have been offside in collecting possession to keep the scoreline level.

On 68 minutes Ireen Khumalo unleashed a excellent effort from distance that Cynthia Konlan tipped over the bar.

The decisive moment came on 79 minutes Temwa Chawinga cut in from the flank to roll in Rose Kadzere’s surging run into the box that opened up the Ghana defence to calmly slot home the winning goal.

On 82 minutes there was a goal mouth scramble in the Malawi box that fell for Sikelo to claim.

Ghana couldn’t muster any more opportunities as the Malawi defence stood firm to see out the final minutes before the final whistle sparked celebrations.

Highlights Malawi v Ghana

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Player of the Match Temwa Chawinga

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Play in Matches for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Inter Confederation play offs first round in November. The two winners keep their World Cup ambitions alive

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Approximate rankings for the teams involved in Wafcon 2026 after the Quarter Finals stages

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Algeria became the first CAF team to Qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brasil next year with a come from behind win to defeat Côte D’ivoire.

Though it took Côte D’ivoire a while to get going with Algeria opening with their usual solid system, they gradually looked more dangerous through N’sira Ouedraogo who again was in scintillating form. Ouedraogo went on a dazzling run on 23 minutes to beat Chloé N’Gazi at the near post however on VAR review she was deemed to be offside. Six minutes later another surging run from Ouedraogo using her strength to knock off a Morgane Belkhiter challenge to get her shot in that was saved by N’Gazi however Inês Konan was quickest to react sliding in to put the ball home and open the scoring for Côte D’ivoire, a decision confirmed on VAR review.

Côte D’ivoire pace and power was troubling Algeria however on 42 minutes N’sira Safi Ouedraogo saw red after catching the keeper in the face stretching for a loose ball, which on VAR review was deemed to be determined as dangerous play.

Algeria started out on the offence in search of a equaliser and on 58 minutes Ines Khiri produced a sublime effort to équalise.

On 61 minutes Côte D’ivoire had a penalty as Morgane Belkhiter brought down Abrogoua. However Rebecca Elloh’s penalty was hit against the post and two minutes later the game turned on its head as Ouled Braham super effort beat Diakite.

Despite the effort’s of Côte D’ivoire probing for a equaliser it was Algeria to hold out with little distress to celebrate World Cup qualification.

Highlights Côte D’ivoire v Algeria

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Player of the match Amira Braham

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Morocco held off a South Africa comeback to join Algeria as the first two teams to qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brasil.

South Africa started positively and seemed composed as they held Morocco’s passing game with a tactical duel ensueing with neither goal being particularly threatened until on 31 minutes Hanane Ait El Haj cross was sublimely lifted over Kaylin Swart by Sakina Ouzraoui to open the scoring for the host.

Shortly after the restart Morocco doubled the advantage after Noxolo Cesane brought down Ghizlane Chebbak for Hanane Ait El Haj to convert the penalty.

Morocco seemed to be in control dominating possession as South Africa had seemed to had lost their way but with continued battling they again found their way back into the game when Thembi Kgatlana broke clear and calmly slotted the ball home with a clinical finish to reduce the defecit to 1-2.

Minutes later a deflected shot saw Khadija Er-rmichi produce a stunning save to prevent a equaliser.

On 85 minutes the ball fell for Thembi Kgatlana whose attempted chip effort could not clear Er-rmichi in goal.

Morocco closed out the game settling to soak up the pressure of South Africa with relative ease.

As Algeria and Morocco prepare for the the Semi Final South Africa and Côte D’ivoire recover for the play in matches to advance to the Inter Confederation play off tournament first round in November. South Africa will face the loser of Cameroun and Nigeria while Côte D’ivoire face the loser of Malawi and Ghana.

Highlights Morocco  v South Africa

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Player of the match Nouhaila Benzina

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Ghana became the final team to advance to the Quarter Finals after a tense draw with Mali.

Ghana started on the offence Alice Kusi finding Doris Boaduwaa who’s header was saved in the second minute.

Grace Asantewaa more productive going forward had a excellent effort saved by Fatoumata Karentao.

Mali got more into the game a good tussle with a lot at stake with defences foiling the probing attacks of both.

Ghana had a penalty claim overuled for offside on 34 minutes before Saratou Traoré attempted a free kick on 37 minutes saved with ease by Cynthia Konlan.

On the stroke of half time great build up play saw Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah tee up Evelyn Badu to head home the opening goal on 45+3 minutes.

However on 50 minutes Kadidiatou Diabaté’s freekick was deflected to nestle in the corner of the net for a Mali equaliser.

A incredible scramble in the Mali six yard box on 61 minutes would not fall to a Ghana player as the tension mounted.

Oumou Koné had a opportunity 2 minutes later but her effort blazed over. Ghana thought they had retaken the lead however Evelyn Badu’s effort was ruled out as Doris Boaduwaa had strayed offside in the build up.

With Mali requiring a winner they pressured the Ghana defence with a series of corners but the Ghana defence held firm and pursued a winner themselves, Grace Asantewaa firing a volley wide on 87 minutes, Comfort Yeboah lashing in a effort on 89 minutes.

After a tense duel it was Ghana who progressed to face Malawi in the Quarter Finals for a place at the Fifa Women’s World Cup in Brasil in 2027.

Highlights Mali v Ghana

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Player of the match Portia Boakye Ghana

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Cape Verde earned their first WAFCON point in history holding group winners Cameroun to a 1-1 draw.

Cameroun who had already won the group made 6 changes to the lineup ahead of a quarter final clash with Nigeria.

Cameroun started positively however taking the game to Cape Verde with efforts from Brunelle Bělou, Gabrielle Onguene and Geneviève Mbeleck going wide.

However Grace Mendoua starlet from Ebolowa did not miss driving home a excellent effort on 28 minutes after good work from Naomi Eto to open the scoring.

Cameroun remained in control heading to the interval with Cape Verde trying to spring offence to little effect.

However on 50 minutes Cape Verde got rewards for their effort Ivania Moreira broke in from the right to unleash a great effort to the far corner.

Michaela Abam thought she had regained the lead on 72 minutes but after a VAR review it was deemed a infringement in the scramble from a corner to keep the scoring at 1-1.

Cameroun remained on the front foot Naomi Eto had a effort go over on 82 minutes before embarking on a surging run in the 90th minute only to be foiled, earning Cameroun a corner.

Alivia Kelly nearly snatched a winner for Cape Verde but Cathy Biya was alert.

A fine effort from Cape Verde to earn a point as Cameroun look forward to the Quarter Final against Nigeria.

Highlights Cape Verde v Cameroun

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Player of the match Eleia Vieira Cape Verde

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Tabitha Chawinga stunning individual effort proved crucial to see Malawi advance as Group winners in a enthralling group that came down to goals scored in the games between the top three teams.

Zambia had to win by two goals or a scenario of 4-3, 5-4 and they got off to the perfect start when a powerful Barbra Banda effort could not be handled by Malawi keeper Mercy Sikelo.

A great duel ensued as both teams seeked to release respective pacey attacks.

Temwa Chawinga unleashed a effort on 34 minutes but Hazel Nali was equal to the task.

Zambia embarked on another attack on 37 minutes, Margaret Belemu racing to the bye line for Prisca Chilufya to strike home at the near post to double the advantage and put Zambia in position to advance.

The second half continued with both teams playing expansive games as Malawi tried to find a way back into the game.

Letícia Chinyamula headed a corner straight at Hazel Nali on 71 minutes before Tabitha Chawinga embarked on a dazzling individual run to produce a stunning goal beating Nali at the near post to put Malawi into pole position to advance.

Zambia continued to play in the same vain a effort narrowly wide, one of the bar but didn’t launch many players forward seemingly unaware of the scenarios. Malawi ended the latter part of the game launching multiple attacks snuffed out by the Zambian defence.

Confusion reigned at the full time whistle but it was Malawi who had got the ticket to the Quarter Finals. Zambia despite the win were eliminated from the Tournament’s group of death.

Highlights Malawi v Zambia

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Nigeria advanced to the Quarter Finals firstly ensuring they won and the result of the Malawi v Zambia game went in their favour.

Asisat Oshoala opened the scoring from the penalty spot on 21 minutes after a handball by Nour Masoud.

Gift Monday rounded off excellent team build up on the stroke of half time to give Nigeria a comfortable 2-0 advantage.

However on the stroke of half time Nadine Ghazi struck from the penalty spot after a foul by Michelle Alozie.

Uchenna Kanu entered the game on 55 minutes and immediately restored Super Falcons two goal advantage after Rinsola Babajide run and excellent centre.

Nigeria added a fourth on 81 minutes Christie Ucheibe making no mistake from the penalty spot after VAR review deemed Uchenna Kanu had been fouled.

Nadine Ghazi reduced the defecit on 82 minutes before a third penalty was awarded with Rasheedat Ajibade converting. Joy Omewa rounded off the scoring afterexcellent play from Rasheedat Ajibade as the final whistle blew.

Nigeria will face Cameroun in the Quarter Finals

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Highlights Egypt v Nigeria

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Knockout stage as it stands

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South Africa sealed their passage to face Morocco in a repeat of the 2022 final this time in the Quarter Final for a spot in the 2027 Fifa Women’s World Cup.

Banyana knew they had to win and wait for result in the other contest between Côte D’ivoire and Tanzania.

South Africa started positively a Hildah Magaia effort going over the bar on 7 minutes

Faso saw a break on 12 minutes Adama Congo trying to chase down a long through ball but was marginally beaten by Kaylin Swart

Isabella Ludwig glanced a header wide before Thembi Kgatlana struck being left wide open to put South Africa ahead on 20 minutes.

Kgatlana had another effort go over the bar on 30 minutes.

Faso tried to press but the South African defence remained firm, a Adele Kabre header went wide of the right post on 41 minutes.

Faso had a penalty awarded immediately after the restart as Antonía Maponya was adjudged to have brought down Adele Kabre. However on review the decision was reversed.

South Africa remained in control of the game, Motau fired a opportunity wide on 65 minutes, Lebohang Ramalepe struck wide on 85 minutes.  Faso endeavour could not muster a clear opportunity as South Africa held out comfortably to advance as Tanzania fell to Côte D’ivoire.

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Player of the match Thembi Kgatlana

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Highlights Burkina Faso v South Africa

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Côte D’ivoire dominated Tanzania lead by inspiring runs from starlet N’sira Safi Ouedraogo the 18 year old producing a outstanding display to see Côte D’ivoire clinch the group and progress to face Algeria in the Quarter Final.

Côte D’ivoire dominated from the outset taking the game to Tanzania, Inês Konan running into a offside position on 8 minutes chalking off her effort.

N’sira Safi Ouedraogo was stealing the show efforts on 14 29 34 minutes before drilling home a exquisite effort on 44 minutes to open the scoring.

She continued in the same vain having a effort saved on 48 minutes.

Tanzania struggled to gain any impact missing Opa Clement who went out injured on 13 minutes, the driving runs of suspended Hasnath Ubamba. On 57 minutes they had a long distance free kick well struck by Anastazia Katunzi just wide.

On 67 minutes Katunzi brought down N’sira Ouedraogo and Ines Konan doubled the advantage from the penalty spot.

Côte D’ivoire seemed comfortable without creating much further opportunities but in stoppage time another rifling effort for N’sira went straight at the keeper.

A late lifeline for Tanzania when on 90+9 minutes Anastasie Gbehi was ruled to have impeded Bahati Kizanguzi. Diana Lucas Msewa stepped up to convert to reduce the scoring.

Côte D’ivoire held out the extra minutes with no issues and take their spot in the Quarter Finals.

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Player of the match N’sira Safi Ouedraogo

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Highlights Côte D’ivoire 🇨🇮 v Tanzania 🇹🇿

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Memory lane of the 2022 final which saw South Africa claim the title.

The two clash in the Quarter Final with many players involved again.

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Morocco and Senegal played out a enthralling goalless draw that saw the host advance and a proud Senegal exit the tournament.

Morocco played again it’s elegant style creating many opportunities in the game with 29 shots to 8 with Sakina Ouzraoui having numerous opportunities foiled by Adji Ndiaye who put in another stunning player of the match display.

Morocco probed away but the Senegal defence remained stubborn opportunites for Bouhina, Ouzraoui, Nakkach failed to find the target.

However Senegal broke on 37 minutes only for Nguenar Ndiaye to be foiled by Khadija Er-rmichi. A minute later Ndeye Diakhate rattled the bar with a stunning volley

Adji again denied a Elodie Nakkach effort on 43 minutes.

The second half continued in the same vain Morocco dominating possession with Senegal looking capable on the break.

On 65 minutes excellent movement saw Ouzraoui brought down for a penalty. Yasmine Mrabet saw her effort well saved by Adji Ndiaye but a retake was awarded with the keeper adjudged to be off her line. Morocco tried to get captain Ghizlane Chebbak to step up for the retake but that was not allowed and Yasmine Mrabet’s retake was stunningly saved by Adji.

As the game wore on Morocco gained more control more opportunities came and went noticeably in the 82nd minute with Fatima Tagnaout firing over.

8 minutes of added time was added with the host mostly holding possession probing for the opening goal but Adji Ndiaye remained firm.

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Highlights Senegal v Morocco

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Player of the match Adji Ndiaye

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Algeria produced another typical solid display to advance to the Quarter Final disposing of Kenya 2-0.

A Marine Dafeur special opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a stunning freekick leaving Lilian Awuor with no opportunity.

Ten minutes later a lobbed effort from Lynda Bendris was poorly dealt with by Awuor a unfortunate error that doubled the Algerian lead.

At 2-0 Algeria was in control despite some endeavour from Kenya the Algerian team remained a solid unit shown in the opening two games giving very little opportunities for Kenya to get a foothold back into the game.

Very few clear opportunities were created in the remainder of the game, Algeria will be concerned for the injuries to Sofia Guellati and Inês Boutaleb ahead of their quarter final.

Kenya bow out and go away to learn from the experience before endeavouring on Women’s Olympic Qualifying in October.

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Highlights Kenya v Algeria

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Player of the match Marine Dafeur

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Cameroun defeated Ghana to go to the top of the table which after Mali’s defeat of Ghana confirmed they win the group and Qualify as Group winner.

Cameroun started positively taking the game to Ghana and on 13 minutes a innocuous incident when the ball caught Benedicte Simon arm was deemed enough after a lengthy VAR review to reward a penalty for Cameroun, which Marie Ngah Manga made no mistake.

Ghana continued to struggle on offence but one of their better moves of the half saw Grace Asantewaa feed Doris Boaduwaa who in turn got off her shot but was direct at Michaely Bihina.

Cameroun continued to hustle a excellent work rate from the Cameroun midfield and solid defending gave Ghana little joy.

Ghana started the second half with a instant attack but Doris Boaduwaa was again foiled by Bihina.

The second half then continued to play out as the first, Cameroun stifling Ghana until on 78 minutes determined play from Doris Boaduwaa who in turn found Evelyn Badu to put the ball calmly into the goal. However on VAR review Boaduwaa was adjudged to be offside, it was to be Ghana’s last opportunity as stubborn defence from Cameroun kept the Ghana attack at bay.

Ghana face Mali in the last group game were a draw will suffice to advance.

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Highlights Cameroun v Ghana

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Mali overcame Cape Verde in a 5 goal thriller to keep their hopes of advancing alive, though they must defeat Ghana to do so.

Both opened brightly testing the opposition defence but it took to 29 minutes for the opening goal when a sublime one two between Oumou Koné and Aissata Traoré saw the former strike a exquisite shot past the keeper.

However Cape Verde drew level on 36 minutes a long freekick was headed down for Evy Pereira to strike Cape Verde’s first ever goal in Wafcon.

Mali regained the lead shortly after the interval Saratou layed the ball back for Aisatta Traoré who rolled across the 6 yard box to Niakate to put in a empty goal which was awarded after VAR review that showed Varsenia Da Lux playing the forward onside.

Aisatta Traoré then saw a fine effort saved by Jacinta Rodrigues on 69 minutes.

Mali extended the lead on 80 minutes springing a offside trap that left Fatoumata Diarra a simple opportunity to take a 3-1 lead.

Alivia Kelly’s bullet header reduced the defecit on 88 minutes before a late stoppage time goalmouth scramble was cleared by the Mali defence to hold out for the three points.

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Highlights Mali v Cape Verde

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