Former champions Equatorial Guinea will not participate in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after losing to Tanzania in the qualifying rounds. Despite a strong historical performance, they drew at home and succumbed to a 3-1 aggregate loss. In contrast, Kenya's surprising win against Tunisia, spearheaded by goalkeeper Lilian Awuor's two penalty saves, marked a significant upset. Other notable results included Togo and Mali achieving convincing victories. The second round of qualifiers takes place in October, deciding which teams will join Morocco in the tournament.
Equatorial Guinea's fall from grace is stark; the former Wafcon champions were eliminated by Tanzania, highlighting the unpredictability and competitiveness of women's football in Africa.
Kenya's goalkeeper, Lilian Awuor, emerged as the hero from their upset against Tunisia, saving two critical penalties, emphasizing the impact individual players can have in crucial matches.
Togo and Mali showcased their dominance in the qualifiers, scoring impressive aggregate wins, which reflects their growing strength in women's football as they prepare for the final tournament.
The upcoming round of qualifiers will be pivotal, determining which teams join Morocco for the 2026 Wafcon, showcasing the intense competition for places in women's football.
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