Senegal Crush DR Congo 4-0 in WAFCON 2024 Group A Opener
Mohammedia, Morocco | July 6, 2025 – IDNN Africa Football Desk
Senegal’s Lionesses sent a thunderous message in the WAFCON 2024 Group A opener with a 4-0 dismantling of DR Congo at the Stade El Bachir in Mohammedia.
Mama Diop and Nguenar Ndiaye each scored twice, as Senegal dominated from start to finish against a Congolese side returning to the continental stage for the first time since 2012.
“We are not here to play—we’re here to make history,” said Senegal coach Mame Moussa Cissé.
Match Summary
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5’ – GOAL: Mama Diop opens scoring with a poacher’s finish.
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13’ – GOAL: Nguenar Ndiaye nods in a looping header.
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22’ – GOAL: Diop grabs her second with a clinical strike from 12 yards.
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40’ – GOAL: Ndiaye completes her brace off a defensive error.
Senegal’s high press and aggressive midfield transitions left DR Congo disjointed, with the latter managing just one shot on target.
“We didn’t settle early. We got punished,” admitted Congo coach Rosalie Mandu.
Player Watch: Mama Diop
The France-based forward was a constant threat, completing 4 take-ons and creating 3 chances in addition to her 2 goals. She now leads the tournament’s golden boot chart.
“She’s the Drogba of this team,” said a CAF analyst post-match.
DR Congo’s Return Ends in Bruising Fashion
After a 12-year absence from the tournament, the Leopards looked off pace. Their defensive structure crumbled under Senegal’s pace and physicality.
Still, Congo’s young talents like Grace Salumu and Joëlle Lunguana showed glimpses of promise, giving hope ahead of their next group matches.
IDNN VERDICT:
Senegal didn’t just win—they announced themselves. If there was any doubt about their title ambition, this 4-0 hammering silenced it.
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