In a surprising result, Burkina Faso defeated Tanzania 2-1 in the first leg of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier played on July 30, 2026, in Dar es Salaam. The match was part of the final qualifying round for the 2026 tournament scheduled to be held in Morocco.
According to match reports, Burkina Faso took an early lead through a goal in the 15th minute, but Tanzania equalized before halftime. The visitors secured the win with a second-half goal in the 70th minute. The result gives Burkina Faso a narrow advantage ahead of the second leg.
The second leg is scheduled to take place in Burkina Faso on August 6, 2026. The aggregate winner will secure a spot in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, which will be hosted by Morocco from November 30 to December 19, 2026.
This result is seen as a major upset, as Tanzania were considered favorites, having qualified for the 2024 WAFCON and having a strong home record. Burkina Faso, on the other hand, are aiming to qualify for their first-ever Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
