Mali target Ghana scalp after thrashing Kenya

The head coach of Mali's Womens football team Oumar Guindo says they can beat Ghana and qualify for the semi finals of the competition.

The coach was upbeat after his side bounced back from a humiliating opening day defeat against Nigeria to beat Kenya 3-1 on Wednesday night at the Limbe Omnisports stadium.

Mali celebrate their first win

"Our performance in the first match was catastrophic and I congratulate my players for bouncing back in style. I promised that the second match was going to be surprise for all and you saw it.

The coach has now turned his sights for the next game against Ghana on Saturday.

"Expect another surprise in the next match against Ghana. The players were very motivated and played very well. Our objective is to qualify to the next round and if we beat Ghana, we can achieve it.