Traoré played a key role in the attacking third, providing the assists for both of Mali’s first two goals. She set up Oumou Koné’s opener in the 29th minute and then found Fatoumata Niakaté for the second just after the break.
Her creativity and constant threat helped Mali secure a vital three points in Group D, lifting them to three points from two matches.
The award recognises Traoré’s decisive contribution in a high-scoring and entertaining encounter that kept Mali’s quarter-final hopes alive.