CAF moves WAFCON 2026 to July-August after postponement
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The tournament, initially set for March, will now take place from July 25 to August 16, 2026. This decision follows consultations between CAF, FIFA, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth organisation. The rescheduling comes amid concerns about readiness and incomplete pre-tournament arrangements.
Match highlights
- CAF confirmed the new dates as July 25 – August 16, 2026, shifting from the original March 17 to April 3 schedule.
- Morocco secured hosting rights for the tournament in October 2024.
- The postponement was made to address organisational challenges and ensure the event’s success.
- The tournament will serve as Africa’s qualification route for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, with four semi-finalists qualifying directly.
- Nigeria’s Super Falcons recently played a two-match friendly series against Cameroon, losing 1-0 in the first leg and winning 3-1 in the second.
