Preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations: Friendly derby between Burkina Faso and Mali in Ouagadougou

Africa Today at 08:05

Nafongo TRAORE

News Editor

After qualifying for the final phase in Morocco, the two national teams will face off this Thursday, June 4 at 16:00 GMT at Stade du 4 Août in a crucial preparatory clash.

With less than two months to go before the opening whistle of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (scheduled in Morocco from July 25 to August 16, 2026), the Stallions' women and the Eagles' women are set for a real test. This Thursday at 16:00 GMT, Stade du 4 Août in Ouagadougou will host a fierce derby, offering coaches Pascal Sawadogo and his Malian counterpart a final chance to fine-tune their tactical setups.

Where can you watch the match live?

For fans of both teams and women's football enthusiasts, the match will be broadcast live and free of charge on the official Facebook page of the Burkina Faso Football Federation (FBF). Kick-off for this first encounter is set for 16:00 GMT, with the return leg scheduled for June 7.

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