WAFCON 2026: Who Was Named Woman of the Match in Cape Verde's 1-1 Draw Against Cameroon?

Cape Verde midfielder Eleia Vieira was named the official TotalEnergies Woman of the Match after an impressive display in her side's 1-1 draw against Cameroon in their final Group D fixture at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Although Cape Verde had already been eliminated from the tournament, Vieira delivered one of her finest performances to help her team earn a historic first point in the competition.

Vieira's all-round display, both in possession and without the ball, stood out as she consistently disrupted Cameroon's rhythm while helping Cape Verde remain competitive against one of Africa's strongest teams.

For her outstanding contribution in midfield and her key role in Cape Verde's memorable result, Eleia Vieira was deservedly awarded the official TotalEnergies Woman of the Match.