CAN Féminine 2026 – Group A: Preview, squad and schedule for the Lionesses

26.07.26 FT Africa Women Cup of Nations

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For their fourth appearance in a 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations finals, Senegal is aiming high. Gone are the days when simply taking part was considered an achievement for the Lionesses.

Senegal preview

In three previous tournaments, the Lionesses have twice reached the quarter-finals, in 2022 and 2024. This time, the goal is to go further and secure a spot at the 2027 World Cup.

Senegal squad

Goalkeepers: Adji Ndiaye, Khady Faye, Tening Sène

‎Defenders: Marème Babou, Adama Sané, Wolimata Ndiaye, Méta Kandé, Aïssatou Fall, Anta Dembélé, Mbayang Sow, Mbène Diop

Midfielders: Safiétou Sagna, Ndèye Awa Diakhaté, Fatoumata Dramé, Korka Fall, Bineta Korkel Seck, Sadigatou Diallo, Sokhna Nogaye Pène, Mariama Faty, Dieynaba Ndaw

Forwards: Nguénar Ndiaye, Seynabou Mbengue, Mama Diop, Khadija Badio, Ndèye Awa Casset, Pascaline F. Bassène

Senegal schedule

Matchday 1 – Sunday, July 26:

Algeria vs Senegal, Olympic Stadium, Rabat (17:00 GMT)

Matchday 2 – Thursday, July 30:

Senegal vs Kenya, Olympic Stadium (17:00 GMT)

Matchday 3 – Monday, August 3:

Senegal vs Morocco, Stade Moulay Hassan (20:00 GMT)

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.

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