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CAF Announces Best XI for Group Stage of Women’s Champions League Egypt 2026

Ismailia:The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has unveiled the Best XI from the Group Stage of the CAF Women's Champions League Egypt 2026, honoring top individual performances during the tournament's initial phase.

According to Confederation of African Football, the team includes 11 players from six different clubs, featuring representatives from Uganda's Kawempe Muslim Ladies, Cameroon's Lekié Football Filles, Morocco's AS FAR, South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, Egypt's FC Masar, and Ghana's Ampem Darkoa. The lineup is arranged in a 4-3-3 formation, showcasing both established African stars and promising new talents.

Kawempe's Agnes Nabukenya, who emerged as the Group Stage's leading scorer with four goals, is a notable inclusion, having played a crucial role in her team's progression to the semi-finals. She joins AS FAR captain Ghizlane Chebbak, the 2025 CAF Women's Player of the Year, and fellow Kawempe player Shakira Nyinagahirwa in the midfield.

The forward line features AS FAR's Fatima Tagnaout, the Best Player of the 2022 edition, alongside Mamelodi Sundowns' Refilwe Tholakele, the 2023 Golden Boot winner, and Ghana's Nancy Amoh of Ampem Darkoa, who was recognized despite her team's elimination.

Cameroonian newcomers Lekié Football Filles have Prisca Mache Talla and Orline Djutchie Segning in defense, reflecting their historic semi-final qualification. The defensive lineup is completed by Mamelodi Sundowns' Lebohang Ramalepe and FC Masar's Shahd Ghonim.

Goalkeeper Habiba Emad Sabry Mohamed El Taher of FC Masar, honored as the Best Goalkeeper of the 2024 edition, receives another accolade for her outstanding performance.

This selection underscores the high level of play throughout the tournament, with players from both veteran champions and debutant clubs making significant impacts in the Group Stage.

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