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Seven stars to watch at Wafcon 2026 and why

Seven stars to watch at Wafcon 2026 and why

By GhanaSummary NewsroomPan-Africa

Awuor played a vital role in helping Kenya back to the finals for the first time since 2016, saving two penalties in the second leg of their first-round qualifying tie away against Tunisia last February.

At a minimum, South Africa will be looking to reach the last four again, which would guarantee Desiree Ellis' team a place at a third successive World Cup, having reached the last 16 at the 2023 tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi)Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Tabitha Chawinga scored 11 goals as Lyon reclaimed their domestic league title, but the French side were beaten in the final of the Women's Champions LeagueMalawi are one of two Wafcon debutants and the Lyon forward is the main goal threat for the lowest-ranked nation at the finals, having helped fire her club side to a fifth consecutive league title in France last season.

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