Ghana Women U17 and Senegal Women U17 Share Spoils in CAN W-U17 Thriller

Ghana Women U17 and Senegal Women U17 played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the CAN W-U17 tournament on July 11, 2026. The match was a tense affair with both sides showing why they are among the continent’s best youth teams.

Match Overview

The game started at a frantic pace. Senegal took the lead early but Ghana responded before half-time. The second half was a tactical battle with few clear chances, as both defences held firm.

Key Moments

• 14’ – Senegal strike: A well-timed run and finish from a quick free-kick gave Senegal the advantage – 0-1.
• 38’ – Ghana equalise: A corner was flicked on at the near post, and a Ghana forward reacted first to tap in – 1-1.
• 75’ – Red card drama: A Senegal player received a second yellow card, but Ghana could not capitalise on the numerical advantage.

Tactical Notes

Ghana dominated possession but struggled to break down a compact Senegal defence. Senegal looked dangerous on the counter but lacked a final pass in the closing stages. The draw leaves both teams with work to do in the group stage.

Tournament Context

In the CAN W-U17 tournament, every point is crucial. Ghana will feel they should have won after the red card, but Senegal’s resilience earned a deserved point. Both teams remain in contention for knockout places.