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The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, postponed from its original schedule, kicks off in Morocco on July 26. The tournament features top African teams vying for the title, with a revised format and confirmed kick-off times. Favorites include Nigeria and hosts Morocco, as the competition builds toward the final.
Malawi captain Tabitha Chawinga jokingly pleaded with Nigeria's Super Falcons to avoid a heavy defeat in their WAFCON 2026 Group C opener. The match is set for Rabat, Morocco, with Malawi also facing Zambia and Egypt. Chawinga humorously asked for a 1-0 loss instead of a 5-0 rout.
The highly anticipated 'Jollof Derby' between Nigeria's Super Falcons and Ghana has been cancelled, robbing both West African rivals of a key pre-WAFCON warm-up. The friendly was meant to help fine-tune preparations for the tournament, but the cancellation leaves both teams seeking alternative fixtures ahead of the competition.
Ghana's Black Queens are intensifying preparations in Morocco for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren, backed by new staff including Pierre Pearson, secured a friendly win over Ivory Coast. Bjorkegren expressed confidence in the squad's progress but faces a tough decision cutting four players from the final roster.
As WAFCON 2026 approaches in Morocco, Nigeria’s Super Falcons remain the benchmark in African women’s football. The reigning champions aim to defend their title and secure a record-extending 11th continental crown, holding seven incredible tournament records that still stand tall today.