Senegal will face defending champions South Africa in the quarter-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations this Saturday, July 19, with kick-off set for 19:00 GMT at the Stade d’Honneur in Oujda, Morocco. The highly anticipated fixture will be broadcast live on Senegalese national broadcaster RTS.
The Lionesses of Senegal head into the knockout round with a sense of resilience, having progressed from the group stage as one of the best third-placed teams.
Their journey through the first round was marked by highs and lows — an emphatic 4-0 opening victory over DR Congo was followed by two closely contested defeats against Zambia (3-2) and Morocco (1-0).
Despite those setbacks, Senegal’s early attacking promise and ability to remain in contention throughout their group matches proved enough to secure a place in the last eight.
The upcoming clash against South Africa presents a formidable challenge, but also an opportunity for the Lionesses to rewrite their AFCON narrative.
South Africa, winners of the previous edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, have once again shown their pedigree during the group stage. They advanced to the quarter-finals unbeaten, collecting seven points from their three matches.
After registering dominant wins over Ghana (2-0) and Mali (4-0), the Banyana Banyana were held to a 1-1 draw by Tanzania in a match that may provide valuable insights for Senegal’s tactical preparations.
The quarter-final will be staged at the Stade d’Honneur in Oujda, a venue that has already witnessed its fair share of drama in the tournament. With both sides harbouring ambitions of a place in the semi-finals, fans can expect a competitive encounter between two sides with contrasting paths to this stage.
Broadcast coverage of the match will be available live on RTS, ensuring that fans in Senegal and across the region can follow the action as it unfolds. Additional updates and post-match analysis will be accessible via Wiwsport.com and its associated digital platforms.
For Senegal, Saturday’s match represents more than just a quarter-final — it is a test of their growth, composure, and ability to rise to the occasion against Africa’s elite. Led by a core of emerging talent, the team will be eager to prove that their presence in the knockout rounds is no mere coincidence.
South Africa, meanwhile, will be looking to continue their title defence with a statement performance. Their experience and tactical discipline have made them one of the standout teams of the tournament so far, and they will enter the match as favourites. However, in tournament football, particularly at this stage, upsets are never far away.
Match Information:
- Fixture: South Africa vs Senegal
- Competition: 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – Quarter-Final
- Date: Saturday, 19 July
- Time: 19:00 GMT
- Venue: Stade d’Honneur, Oujda (Morocco)
- Broadcast: RTS (Senegal)
As anticipation builds, all eyes will be on Oujda to see whether Senegal can defy the odds or if South Africa will continue their pursuit of back-to-back continental titles.
