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How Starlets defied odds to dismiss Tunisia and inch closer to 2026 Wafcon

Harambee Starlets players celebrate after beating Tunisia 1-0 in a Women Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Souse, Tunisia on February 26, 2025. [FKF Media]

A barren draw on home turf, a coach under fire, a third minute goal, two saved penalties and a surprise 1-0 victory at the Sousse Olympic Stadium, Tunisia sums up Harambee Starlets least expected qualification to the final round of the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) qualifiers.

Going into the second leg tie, all odds were against Starlets who needed to win against the North African football powerhouse to keep Wafcon dreams alive.

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