Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026: What you need to know
Opening Fixtures The tournament begins on Sunday, July 26, with: Algeria vs Senegal – 17:00 GMT Morocco vs Kenya – 20:00 GMT Other standout group-stage fixtures include: South Africa vs Ivory Coast – July 31 Nigeria vs Zambia – August 1 Ghana vs Cameroon – August 2 Morocco vs Algeria – July 30 Nigeria vs Egypt – August 5 The knockout stage starts on August 8, with the final scheduled for August 16.
Group A: Morocco, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya Group B: South Africa, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Tanzania Group C: Nigeria, Zambia, Egypt, Malawi Group D: Ghana, Cameroon, Mali, Cape Verde Hosts Morocco will face regional rivals Algeria alongside Senegal and Kenya, while defending champions Nigeria begin their title defence against Zambia, Egypt and tournament newcomers Malawi.
Morocco is hosting the competition for the third consecutive edition, with 16 national teams competing for the continental title, a record $2 million prize, and coveted places at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.
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