WAFCON 2026: Burkina Faso makes history

Full-time in Casablanca! Burkina Faso claimed a historic first-ever victory at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations finals, thanks to goals from Naomie Adele and Balkissa Sawadogo.

Burkina Faso opened the scoring in this match. Following a long pass behind the Tanzanian defense, Adele Naomie Kabre scored the opening goal for Burkina Faso (43rd minute, 1-0).

After halftime, Tanzania was reduced to 10 players following Hasnath Ubamba’s ejection for a foul on the Burkinabe goalkeeper. Despite being a player down, Tanzania managed to equalize.

Aisha Mnunka capitalized on a free kick that bounced off the crossbar to level the score (62nd minute, 1-1).

After sustained pressure, Burkina Faso took the lead. Following a fine team play, Balkissa Sawadogo scored the 2-1 goal for the Etalons Dames.

On Matchday 3, Burkina Faso will attempt to secure qualification for the next round against South Africa.

Tanzania will face Ivory Coast.