Burkina Faso and Mali draw 2-2 in friendly ahead of women’s afcon 2026

The Etalons Dames completed another series of preparation friendlies for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). After a goalless draw (0-0), Burkina Faso and Mali once again shared the spoils with a 2-2 scoreline on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Stade du 4 Août in Ouagadougou.

The Malians struck first in this friendly encounter. In the 10th minute, Fatoumata Diarra gave the Aiglonnes of Mali the lead (0-1). The Etalons Dames remained composed and responded. They controlled possession and made the Malians chase the ball.

After a shot hit the crossbar, Deborah Guira, following up, slotted the ball into the net (1-1) for the equaliser.

Despite the technical quality of the Aiglonnes, the Burkinabé imposed their game. With another well-worked move, Judicaëlle Ouoba curled the ball into the top corner. The Malian goalkeeper had no chance. Coach Pascal Sawadogo’s players took the lead (2-1). That was the score at halftime.

Mali fight back to level

In the second half, the Etalons had better ball possession, while Mali attacked without being able to break down Burkina Faso’s defensive organisation.

Eventually, a penalty converted by Aissata Traoré brought Mali back to parity (2-2). That remained the final score, even though both teams pushed until the final whistle.

In the first meeting between the sides, they had played out a 0-0 draw. These matches are part of preparations for the WAFCON finals scheduled to take place in Morocco.

Burkina Faso are in the same group as Côte d’Ivoire, Tanzania, and South Africa. Mali share their group with Ghana, Cape Verde, and Cameroon.

The tournament is set to run from July 25 to August 16, 2026. This friendly encounter once again allows Pascal Sawadogo and his players to fine-tune ahead of the competition’s start.