Group B of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations began with explosive results on Monday, featuring an upset and a dominant victory. Tanzania pulled off a major surprise by defeating former champions South Africa 2-1.
In the group's other opening fixture, Côte d'Ivoire marked their long-awaited return to the tournament in impressive fashion, securing a 4-1 victory over Burkina Faso.
The two opening-round victories leave Tanzania and Côte d'Ivoire level on three points at the top of the group standings. These results have set up a fascinating battle between the teams for qualification to the quarter-finals.
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