The Lionesses of Teranga of Senegal distinguished themselves brilliantly during the opening match of the CAN women’s handball, inflicting a stinging defeat on the Harambee Stars of Kenya, with an impressive score of 39 to 9. This dazzling performance demonstrates the undeniable dominance of the Senegalese players in this international competition.
Under the leadership of Yacine Mesaoudi, the coach of Senegal, the team was able to impose its game and its determination, displaying total control on the field. With this convincing victory, the coach remains humble and focuses on each upcoming match, keeping in sight the qualification for the Handball World Cup.
Opposite, Herbert Jack, the coach of Kenya, recognizes the superiority of the opposing team and remains hopeful for the rest of the competition. Despite this defeat, he is counting on the determination of his players to win other matches and hope to reach the quarter-finals.
In another match of the day, the Fennecs of Algeria also shone by winning against the Blue Sharks of Cape Verde with a score of 20 to 16. This victory confirms the good form of the Algerians and promises exciting duels in the upcoming matches.
The official opening ceremony of the 26th CAN senior women’s handball marked the launch of this competition and highlighted the talent and determination of the participating teams. This event highlighted the spirit of competition and fair play that drives this tournament.
Finally, the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon also shone by winning their match against Guinea with a score of 32 to 26. This victory confirms the high level of play of the Cameroonian team and announces intense confrontations in the rest of the competition.
This first day of the CAN women’s handball offered its share of surprises and great performances, promising a high-flying sporting spectacle for handball fans. The upcoming matches promise to be thrilling and full of twists and turns, making this competition an unmissable event for fans of this spectacular sport.