WAFCON 2026: Senegal Edge Kenya 1-0 to Keep Quarter-Final Hopes Alive

Senegal have revived their hopes of reaching the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Kenya in their Group A encounter on Thursday.

The decisive moment came when Seynabou Mbengue found the back of the net after being brilliantly set up by Awa Casset, giving Senegal a crucial lead that ultimately proved enough to claim all three points.

Having suffered defeat in their opening match against Algeria, Senegal responded with a disciplined and determined performance to get their campaign back on track.

Kenya pushed hard for an equaliser during the closing stages and created sustained pressure, but the Senegalese defence remained resolute to preserve their narrow advantage until the final whistle.

The victory puts Senegal back in contention for a place in the knockout rounds, while Kenya's hopes of progressing have become increasingly difficult following a second consecutive defeat in the tournament.

Senegal will now turn their attention to a decisive final Group A fixture against hosts Morocco on Monday.