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Côte d'Ivoire return to the Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time since 2014, aiming for a top-four finish to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil. Forward Rosemonde Kouassi, who plays for Washington Spirit, is a key figure in their campaign.
Senegal forward Korka Fall aims to lead the Lionesses of Teranga to the WAFCON semi-finals and secure a first FIFA Women's World Cup berth in 2027. After consecutive quarter-final exits, Fall believes the team has matured and can break through as underdogs.
Nigerian midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene has criticized fans who make players 'feel bad' about becoming mothers and wives. The 32-year-old returned to the Super Falcons after giving birth in 2024, but faced online abuse. She says such attitudes discourage teammates from marrying and having children.
