Cameroon first qualifiers for WAFCON quarter-finals - August 2026

Cameroon has become the first nation to qualify for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals after securing a 1-0 victory over Ghana. This win, combined with Mali's 3-2 triumph over Cape Verde, guarantees Cameroon a top-two spot in Group D. In a separate football development, Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan believes Kenya's focus on athletics has hindered its football development, stating a lack of strong grassroots structures prevents the nation from competing with top African teams. Meanwhile, English football saw Leeds rally for a 4-2 friendly win over Liverpool ahead of the Premier League season.