Alexandra Takounda is the youngest lioness in the den. Going in for her first world cup competition with the Cameroon women National team at only 19, Takounda promises to prove to Alain Djeumfa choosing her wasn’t a mistake.

Born Alexandra Takounda Engolo on July 7, 2000, Alexandra is a Cameroonian footballer who plays as a forward for Eclair FC and the Cameroon women’s national team.

Takounda is reported to be that kinds of player every team needs. At her young age, she is brave as a lion and always makes her presence felt in any match she plays.

Reports say she scored the most wonderful goal of the 2016 U17 women’s world cup in Jordania. She is the best player of last season’s local Championship with 32 goals recorded.

Alexandra took part in last year’s COSAFA tournament in South Africa and reportedly recorded an outstanding performance.

Having been chosen by Coach Alain Djeumfa to defend the country’s colours in the world cup that is underway in France is a challenge the girl says she will meet up with