Cameroon secured a 1-0 victory over Mali in their opening match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco on July 30, 2026. The match, played at the Stade Moulay Abdallah in Rabat, saw Cameroon dominate possession but struggle to break down a resilient Malian defense.
The decisive goal came in the 67th minute when forward Ajara Nchout capitalized on a defensive error to slot the ball past the Malian goalkeeper. The win gives Cameroon an early advantage in Group B, which also includes Senegal and Burkina Faso.
Mali, making their first WAFCON appearance since 2018, showed defensive discipline but lacked creativity in attack. Cameroon's victory sets up a crucial group stage clash against Senegal on August 2.
