Friendly match: Burkina Faso and Mali draw after thrilling double-header in Ouagadougou.

The clash between Burkina Faso and Mali ended in a draw on June 7, in a friendly match as both teams prepare for the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Burkina Faso women took the lead, then turned the score around, only for Mali to equalize from the penalty spot in the second half. This riveting match perfectly captured the fighting spirit of both sides ahead of the big tournament.

The action was electric right from the opening whistle. Fatoumata Diarra unleashed a powerful long-range strike that hit the back of the Stallions’ net in the 10th minute, putting the Malian Eagles ahead 0-1. Burkina Faso responded swiftly, keeping their composure. A shot rattled the crossbar, and Débora Guira was perfectly placed to head home the rebound (1-1). Pascal Sawadogo’s squad kept up the pressure, ramping up the intensity.

Despite Mali’s technical prowess, Burkina Faso imposed their rhythm on the match. Another well-crafted attack saw Judikael Ouba unleash a rocket into the top left corner, putting Burkina Faso ahead (2-1). But Mali showed immense determination, earning a late penalty that Aïcha Traoré coolly converted (2-2).

After a goalless draw (0-0) on June 4, this rematch delivered fireworks. The double-header gave coaches Pascal Sawadogo and Birama Konaté a valuable chance to assess their squads’ readiness before the 2026 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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