West African countries were early leaders in the women’s game, but nations like Morocco (pictured) have caught up.
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Women were banned from playing football in many countries, but that’s just one of many barriers they have overcome.
South Africa wins the Women’s African Cup of Nations in Rabat as the women’s game grows.
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There was a significant shift towards African football as a business rather than football as development.
Multiple champions Nigeria, in black, were beaten by Morocco in the Wafcon semi-final.
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The Wafcon final on Saturday is proof of the development of the women’s game on the continent - and of mining star players abroad.
Nigerian star forward Asisat Oshoala has suffered injuries in Morocco.
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The thorny issue of testosterone testing has made news, not just the growing skills on the field.
Francisca Ordega of Nigeria’s legendary women’s football team.
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Twelve teams remain after the qualifying rounds of the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations - with Nigeria no longer automatic favourites as the competition diversifies.