Côte d'Ivoire secured top spot in Group B and advanced to the quarter-finals after defeating Tanzania 2-1 in an entertaining encounter on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Nsira Ouedraogo opened the scoring just before half-time before Ines Konan doubled the Elephants' advantage from the penalty spot in the second half.

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Tanzania pulled one back deep into stoppage time through Diana Msewa's penalty, but it proved too late to prevent defeat as the Ivorians held on for all three points.

The result ensured Côte d'Ivoire finished the group unbeaten on seven points, while Tanzania's maiden knockout bid came to an end despite a spirited display.

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