Rabat – Senegal face Kenya today at Olympic Stadium in Rabat in their second Group A match at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Senegal opened their campaign with a 2–0 defeat against Algeria, while Kenya suffered a 4–0 loss to hosts Morocco.
Both teams are still without points after one match. A win today would keep their quarter-final hopes alive before the final group-stage round.
Match details:
Fixture: Senegal vs Kenya
Competition: Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026, Group A, Matchday 2
Venue: Olympic Stadium, Rabat
Date: Thursday, July 30
Kick-off: 6:00 p.m. Morocco time / 5:00 p.m. GMT
How to watch: beIN Sports and beIN Sports Connect; CAF TV in selected markets
Senegal team news
Injuries/Suspensions: Senegal have no major injury or suspension concerns reported after their opening defeat against Algeria.
Returns/Doubts: Head coach Mame Moussa Cissé could make changes after Senegal struggled to turn possession into clear chances in their first match.
Recent Form: Senegal began the tournament with a disappointing 2–0 defeat against Algeria.
Marine Dafeur scored from the penalty spot before halftime, and Mélissa Bethi added a late second goal to seal the result.
The Lionesses now need a strong reaction against Kenya to stay in the race for the quarter-finals.
Key Players: Nguenar Ndiaye and Mama Diop will be important in attack, while Safietou Sagna and Korka Fall can give Senegal more control in midfield.
Goalkeeper Khady Faye will also be under pressure to respond after a difficult opening match.
Likely XI: Faye; Babou, Sane, Kande, Dembélé; Sagna, Diakhate, Korka Fall; Ndiaye, Mama Diop, Bassene.
Kenya team news
Injuries/Suspensions: Kenya have no major suspension concerns reported after their loss to Morocco.
Returns/Doubts: Beldine Odemba could adjust her team after the heavy opening defeat. The Kenya coach said her staff had identified the mistakes from the Morocco game and were working to correct them before facing Senegal.
Recent Form: Kenya returned to WAFCON after a decade away but had a difficult start against Morocco.
The Harambee Starlets conceded four goals at Moulay El Hassan Stadium and now need a positive result to keep their hopes alive.
Despite the defeat, Odemba remains confident that Kenya can respond. Captain Mwanalima Adam Jereko also said the team has moved on from the Morocco result and wants to show more unity against Senegal.
Key Players: Mwanalima Adam Jereko remains Kenya’s leader and main attacking reference. Tereza Engesha and Fasila Adhiambo will be important in midfield, while Valerie Nekesa can provide pace in attack.
Kenya will also need a strong defensive performance from Ruth Ingosi and the back line after struggling against Morocco.
Likely XI: Awuor; Makokha, Ochaka, Ingosi, Andiema; Amunyolete, Engesha, Jereko; Mukhwana, Nekesa, Adhiambo.
What to expect
Senegal are slight favorites because of their WAFCON experience and stronger physical profile. Cissé’s team will likely try to control the match and attack early through their forwards.
Kenya will look to stay compact, avoid another slow start and use quick transitions when space opens. Odemba’s side must defend better than they did against Morocco and take advantage of any chances they create.
The match should be tense because both teams need points. A draw would leave both sides under pressure, while a win would revive the quarter-final hopes of either Senegal or Kenya.
Safe bets
Under 3.5 Goals: Both teams may play carefully after losing their opening matches.
Senegal to Win or Draw: Senegal have more WAFCON experience and should be difficult to beat.
Both Teams to Score – No: Neither side scored in the opening round, and finishing remains a concern.
Prediction: Senegal 1-0 Kenya.
