WAFCON 2026 Complete Match Schedule and Guide
Your comprehensive guide to all WAFCON 2026 matches across Morocco. Group stage fixtures, knockout rounds, venues, and how to attend Africa's premier women's football tournament.
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The TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 represents the largest edition ever of Africa's premier women's football competition. With 16 teams competing across Morocco from July 26 to August 16, the tournament delivers three weeks of high-quality football.
This guide provides everything needed to follow the tournament - complete match schedule, venue information, group stage format, knockout stage structure, and ticketing details.
Key Takeaways
- 48 group stage matches across four groups determine knockout qualifiers.
- Eight knockout matches culminate in the August 16 final in Casablanca.
- All matches take place across five Moroccan cities with excellent infrastructure.
- Top finishers qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Group Stage Format
Sixteen teams are divided into four groups of four. Each team plays three group matches. The top two from each group advance to the quarter-finals, creating an eight-team knockout bracket.
Group A features Nigeria, South Africa, Botswana, and Burundi. Group B includes Morocco (hosts), Senegal, Mali, and Cameroon. Group C contains Zambia, Egypt, Tunisia, and Malawi. Group D comprises Ghana, Tanzania, Algeria, and Cape Verde.
Key Group Stage Matches
- July 26: Morocco vs Senegal (Opening match) - Olympic Stadium, Rabat
- July 26: Zambia vs Egypt - Olympic Stadium, Rabat
- July 29: Nigeria vs South Africa - El Barid Stadium, Rabat
- July 30: Morocco vs Mali - Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat
- July 30: Zambia vs Tunisia - Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat
- August 2: Ghana vs Tanzania - Mohammed V Stadium, Casablanca
- August 5: Zambia vs Malawi - El Barid Stadium, Rabat
Knockout Stage Structure
Quarter-finals take place August 9-10 across Rabat and Casablanca. Semi-finals are scheduled for August 13-14. The third-place match and final both occur on August 16 in Casablanca, with the final kicking off at 8:00 PM local time.
The knockout format is single-elimination. Matches level after 90 minutes proceed to extra time, followed by penalty shootouts if necessary. Teams eliminated at the quarter-final stage have completed their tournaments.
Tournament Venues
- Olympic Stadium, Rabat - 45,000 capacity, hosts opening match and multiple group games
- Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat - 53,000 capacity, primary group stage venue
- El Barid Stadium, Rabat - 15,000 capacity, intimate setting for select group matches
- Mohammed V Stadium, Casablanca - 67,000 capacity, hosts semi-finals and final
- Stade Larbi Zaouli, Casablanca - Additional knockout stage venue
World Cup Qualification Stakes
WAFCON 2026 doubles as qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. The exact number of African qualification spots will be confirmed, but typically the top-performing teams secure automatic berths.
This dual purpose raises tournament stakes significantly. Teams are not only competing for continental glory but also for spots at the world's biggest women's football event.
How to Attend Matches
Tickets are available through TicketTrails for all WAFCON 2026 fixtures. Prices vary by match importance and seating category, with options ranging from general admission to VIP experiences.
Group stage matches typically offer the most affordable tickets and provide opportunities to see multiple teams. Knockout stage matches, particularly the final, command premium pricing but deliver unforgettable atmosphere.
- Browse match schedule and identify fixtures you want to attend
- Select seating category based on budget and preferred experience
- Purchase tickets through secure online platform
- Receive electronic tickets via email with QR codes
- Present tickets at stadium entry on match day
Final Word
WAFCON 2026 represents three weeks of exceptional football across Morocco. Whether attending one match or following the entire tournament, the expanded format guarantees compelling fixtures from opening day through the final.
Secure your tickets now through TicketTrails and be part of African women's football history.
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