The 2026 WAFCON kicks off in Morocco today. Get all the key information, including fixtures, teams, and Nigeria's title defence.
File: Super Falcons lifting the WAFCON trophy
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco on Sunday (today), with 16 teams battling for continental glory and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
The opening match will see Algeria face Senegal at the Rabat Olympic Stadium, while hosts Morocco take on Kenya later in the day.
Here are the key things to know ahead of the tournament:
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