Senegal's women's national team, known as the Aigles Dames, saw their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) dashed after a 1-1 draw against Ghana in the final qualifying round on August 7, 2026. The result meant Ghana advanced on aggregate, leaving Senegal heartbroken.
The match, played in Accra, saw Senegal take an early lead through a goal in the 15th minute, but Ghana equalized in the 60th minute. Despite a late push, Senegal could not find a winner, and the draw confirmed their elimination.
This was a significant setback for Senegal, who had hoped to build on their recent progress in women's football. Ghana, meanwhile, secured their place in the tournament, which will be held in Morocco in 2026.
Senegal's coach expressed disappointment but praised the team's effort, saying, "We gave everything, but it wasn't enough. We must learn from this and come back stronger." The team will now focus on future qualifiers and development.
