Nigeria, Aug. 1 -- Group B of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations remains delicately poised after South Africa produced a dramatic second-half comeback to salvage a 2-2 draw against Cote d'Ivoire, while Burkina Faso claimed a historic 2-1 victory over 10-player Tanzania to throw the race for the quarter-finals wide open.

After suffering a shock opening defeat to Tanzania, South Africa looked set for another disappointing outing when Cote d'Ivoire stormed into a two-goal lead at the Stade Pere Jego on Friday.

The Lady Elephants dominated the opening half and were rewarded in the 18th minute when 18-year-old Grace Sery finished off a swift counterattack to beat Kaylyn Swart, who started in goal for Banyana Banyana.

The teenage sensati...