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by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Morocco and Algeria Reach WAFCON Quarter-Finals

North African teams Morocco and Algeria have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations from Group A.

Morocco secured the top spot in Group A after a goalless draw with Senegal in Rabat on Monday night. Meanwhile, Algeria clinched their place in the quarterfinals with a solid 2-0 victory over Kenya on Tuesday evening, finishing second in the group behind the hosts, Morocco.

Although Morocco aimed for a third consecutive win, Senegal’s goalkeeper Adji Ndiaye thwarted their efforts by saving two penalties in the second half. Yasmin Mrabet was denied first in the 69th minute and then again when the penalty was retaken.

On the other hand, Algeria delivered a confident performance in the first half, finding the back of the net twice within the opening 30 minutes. They managed to control the game after the break to secure a result that confirmed their progression to the knockout stage.

Morocco and Algeria Reach WAFCON Quarter-Finals
Morocco and Algeria Reach WAFCON Quarter-Finals
Mali boost WAFCON qualification chances with win over Cape Verde
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Mali boost WAFCON qualification chances with win over Cape Verde

Mali improved their TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 3-2 win over Cape Verde at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca on Sunday night.

Oumou Kone scored first for Mali, but Eve Pereira equalised for Cape Verde. Fatoumata Niakate restored Mali’s lead early in the second half, and Fatoumata Diarra scored again in the 79th minute. Cape Verde fought back with a goal from Alivia Kelly in the 88th minute, but Mali held on for the win.

With this result, Mali is now level with Ghana on three points, while Cameroon leads Group D with six points. Cape Verde remains at the bottom without any points, but their effort showed determination.

Both teams faced pressure after losing their opening matches. Mali lost to Cameroon, while Cape Verde fell to Ghana. This match was crucial, especially since Cape Verde had beaten Mali in the qualifiers.

In the 29th minute, Aissata Traore set up Kone for Mali’s first goal. Pereira’s equaliser for Cape Verde was significant as it marked their first-ever goal at the TotalEnergies WAFCON finals.

Mali took the lead again in the 50th minute with Niakate’s goal, thanks to another assist from Traore. Diarra’s third goal in the 79th minute seemed to seal the win, but Cape Verde’s late goal kept the match tense.

The victory keeps Mali in contention for the quarter-finals, while Cape Verde showed promise despite the loss.

Sunday's TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations results
Sunday's TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations results
CAF Sets Date for Continental Interclub Draw (
by Football Sierra Leone

CAF Sets Date for Continental Interclub Draw

The journey to win continental club football begins on Thursday, 6 August 2026. On this day, the draws for the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League and the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup 2026/27 will take place at CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt.

Teams from across Africa will learn their first opponents as they aim for a spot in the group stages of Africa’s top two club competitions.

The draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup starts at 14h00 Cairo time (11h00 GMT), followed by the draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League at 15h00 Cairo time (12h00 GMT).

Both draws will be shown live on CAF TV, allowing fans across Africa and beyond to follow the start of another exciting CAF Interclub season.

Draw details:

– TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup preliminary rounds  

  Date: Thursday, 6 August 2026  

  Time: 14h00 Cairo time (11h00 GMT)  

  Venue: CAF headquarters, Cairo, Egypt  

– TotalEnergies CAF Champions League preliminary rounds  

  Date: Thursday, 6 August 2026  

  Time: 15h00 Cairo time (12h00 GMT)  

  Venue: CAF headquarters, Cairo, Egypt  

The winners of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League will receive USD 6 million as a prize, while the champions of the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup will earn USD 4 million.

Clubs that do not advance from the preliminary rounds will each get a payment of USD 100,000. This is part of CAF’s effort to support teams and engage them in its Interclub competitions.

Recent preliminary rounds have produced exciting matches and stories, showcasing both well-known teams and ambitious new clubs eager to succeed on the African stage.

Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa are the defending champions of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League, while USM Alger from Algeria won the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup last season.

by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Burkina Faso Edge Tanzania for WAFCON Victory

Burkina Faso celebrated their first-ever win at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, beating 10-player Tanzania 2-1 in a tense Group B match in Casablanca on Friday night.

Adele Kabre gave Burkina Faso the lead before half-time. In the second half, Tanzania equalized with a goal from Aisha Mnunka, despite being down to 10 players after Hasnath Ubamba received a red card.

Woman of the Match player, Bilkissa Sawadogo then scored the winning goal for Burkina Faso in the 80th minute, keeping their hopes alive for the quarter-finals.

This result opens up Group B. Côte d’Ivoire leads with four points, followed by Tanzania and Burkina Faso with three points each, and South Africa at the bottom with one point.

Burkina Faso faced pressure after losing their first game 4-1 to Côte d’Ivoire and needed a win against a strong Tanzania side. They played aggressively and took the lead with Kabre’s goal in the 43rd minute.

The match changed early in the second half when Tanzania lost a player. Ubamba was sent off in the 55th minute, but Mnunka’s equalizer in the 62nd minute showed their determination.

Burkina Faso responded with Sawadogo’s goal in the 80th minute and managed to hold their lead this time. Coach Issa Balbone saw this win as a crucial boost after their earlier defeat.

Now, both Burkina Faso and Tanzania have renewed hope for their final group match, while Côte d’Ivoire remains ahead. For Burkina Faso, this historic win keeps their tournament dreams alive, and for Tanzania, their chances for the quarter-finals are still intact.

by Football Sierra Leone

Egypt Keep Faint WAFCON Qualification Hopes Alive

Following their disappointing opening loss, Egypt’s hopes in the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 are precarious as they face a strong Malawi team, fresh off a 3-2 victory against 10-time champions Nigeria.

For Mohamed Kamal’s squad, bouncing back is critical; another defeat could derail their chances of reaching the quarterfinals, while Malawi can secure their spot with a consecutive win.

Mohamed Kamal: “Show the true face of Egypt

Despite the 6-0 loss to Zambia in their opener, Kamal remains calm, insisting his team is still learning. “We want to show the true face of the Egyptian team. We’ve reviewed our mistakes and need to grow through these experiences,” he explained. He respects Malawi’s talent, admitting, “They pulled off a significant upset, and we’re preparing for them with complete focus.”

Nadin Ghazi: “It would be a rebirth.

Egyptian captain Nadin Ghazi is resolute despite the defeat. “We’re even more motivated now; we want to make our nation proud,” she stated. For her, winning this match signifies a crucial turning point. “This is our opportunity. Our goal is to take all three points,” she affirmed, emphasizing the unity of her team.

Malawi stays grounded

Despite their win over Nigeria, Malawi’s coach Lovemore Fazili emphasizes the importance of staying focused. “It will be a different match,” he noted, stressing the need for seriousness in preparation. “We’re not underestimating Egypt; we know they can be a challenge.” Midfielder Leticia Chinyamula echoed this sentiment, urging others not to underestimate their potential: “Don’t judge us too quickly. We’ve already moved on from the Nigeria game and are focused on performing even better against Egypt.”

Stat of the Day

Egypt faces a Southern African nation for the fourth time, holding one win and two losses. Their last two matches against COSAFA teams ended in defeats, including a 6-0 loss to Zambia in the current tournament. Their only victory in the finals came against Zimbabwe in 2016, where they won 1-0.