Senegal set for Women's AFCON 2026 Group A challenge

The Lionesses aim to build on recent quarterfinal appearances in the continental tournament.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Senegal's women's national team is preparing for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will be held in Morocco from March 17 to April 3. The Lionesses have been drawn into Group A, alongside Kenya, Algeria, and Kenya. Senegal is set to make its fourth appearance in the continental competition, having previously reached the quarterfinals in 2022 and 2024.

Why it matters

Senegal's women's team has been steadily improving in recent AFCON tournaments, and the 2026 edition presents another opportunity for the Lionesses to make a deep run and potentially win their first continental title. The team's performance will be closely watched by Senegalese fans as the country continues to develop its women's football program.

The details

Senegal's squad for the 2026 Women's AFCON includes a mix of experienced players and rising stars. The team's goalkeepers are Adjoint Ndiaye, Khady Faye, and Tening Sène, while the defensive line features Anta Dembélé, Méta Kandé, Méta Camara, Adama Sané, Aissatou Fall, Maty Cissokho, Marème Babou, and Wolimata Ndiaye. In midfield, Senegal will rely on Safiétou Sagna, Binta Korkel Seck, Fatoumata Dramé, Sadigatou Diallo, Korka Fall, Awa Diakhaté, and Dieynaba Ndaw. The forward line includes Haby Baldé, Pascaline F. Bassène, Hapsatou Malado Diallo, Ndèye Awa Casset, Nguénar Ndiaye, and Maman Diop.

  • The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations will take place from March 17 to April 3, 2026 in Morocco.
  • Senegal has previously appeared in the Women's AFCON finals in 2012, 2022, and 2024.

The players

Adjoint Ndiaye

Senegalese goalkeeper who plays for AS Bambey.

Anta Dembélé

Senegalese defender who plays for Aigles Médina.

Safiétou Sagna

Senegalese midfielder who plays for US Saint Malo in France.

Haby Baldé

Senegalese forward who plays for E.S Poitiers Trois Cités in France.

Maman Diop

Senegalese forward who plays for Olympique de Marseille in France.

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What’s next

The Senegalese national team will continue its preparations for the 2026 Women's AFCON, with the draw for the group stage set to take place in the coming months.

The takeaway

Senegal's women's football program has made significant strides in recent years, and the 2026 Women's AFCON represents a chance for the Lionesses to cement their status as one of the top teams in African women's football.