Cape verde: Cape Verde ended their maiden Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a historic 1-1 draw against Cameroon in their final Group D encounter on Thursday, August 6, 2026. The match marked a significant milestone for Cape Verde as they earned their first-ever point in the prestigious tournament.
According to Ghana Web, the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon took an early lead when Grace Davilla Mendoua scored just before half-time. This goal put Cameroon ahead, setting a challenging task for Cape Verde as they headed into the break. However, Cape Verde returned to the field with renewed determination and managed to equalize in the 50th minute through a goal by Tavares Moreira.
As the game progressed, Cameroon intensified their efforts in search of a late winner, creating several scoring opportunities. Despite the pressure, Cape Verde's resolute defense held firm, ensuring the match concluded in a draw. This result, while historic for Cape Verde, did not impact Cameroon's standing in the tournament. The Indomitable Lionesses finished at the top of Group D with seven points, securing a quarter-final match-up against Nigeria.