Senegal WAFCON Hopes Boosted by Thrilling Win over Kenya

• Senegal defeated Kenya 1-0 with Seynabou Mbengue's goal in the first half.
• Morocco claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Algeria in their derby match.
• The results have left Senegal in contention for a WAFCON quarter-final spot, while Morocco has already qualified.

Senegal bounced back from their previous defeat to Algeria with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Kenya, thanks in large part to Seynabou Mbengue's first-half strike.

The Lionesses of Teranga bounced back from their previous defeat to Algeria with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Kenya, thanks in large part to Seynabou Mbengue's first-half strike. This crucial victory has put Senegal firmly back in contention for a quarter-final spot at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament. The team's performance was all the more impressive given that they were facing a Kenyan side that had been pushing hard to equalize late on, with Tereza Obunyu striking the woodwork and Ndiaye making a crucial save from Jereko's rebound. Despite intense pressure, Senegal held firm to secure their win, leaving Kenya's hopes of reaching the knockout stage hanging in the balance.

In the other Group A fixture, Morocco claimed derby bragging rights with a narrow 1-0 victory over Algeria. The Atlas Lionesses dominated possession and created several scoring opportunities, but it was Sanaa Mssoudy who ultimately broke through for the winning goal in the 84th minute. This win marked Morocco's second consecutive victory at the tournament and has propelled them to the top of Group A with six points. Meanwhile, Algeria remains level on three points with Senegal, setting up an intriguing final group match between the two teams.

The results from Thursday's matches have left the WAFCON quarter-final picture looking increasingly complex. Morocco has already secured a quarter-final spot, while Senegal remains in contention, with their final group match against Algeria being crucial in determining which team advances to the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Kenya has been eliminated from the tournament. As the tournament enters its final stretch, fans and supporters are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an exciting conclusion to Group A.

Lawyers advising clients on Senegalese business interests should monitor the progress of the WAFCON tournament, as a strong performance by the Senegalese team may have implications for investment and trade opportunities in the country.

Source: Original reporting via Wafcon 2026