MOROCCO, July 7 -- THE stage is set, the lights are on and Tanzanias national womens football team, Twiga Stars, are ready to make their mark as they begin their 2025 Womens Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) journey tonight with a crucial Group C showdown against a formidable Mali side.

The match will be held at the Stade Municipal de Berkane in Morocco, which is proudly hosting this years prestigious continental tournament.

With anticipation soaring and competition fierce, all eyes will be on the Twiga Stars as they aim to kick off their campaign on a high note.

While the team enters the tournament full of ambition, they face a significant early challenge with the absence of three key players.

Prolific striker Aisha Masaka has been side...