The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), pushing the tournament to a new date later in the year.
Originally scheduled to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, 2026, the competition will now be held from July 25 to August 16, 2026.
CAF confirmed the decision in a statement, explaining that the new schedule followed discussions with FIFA, partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the tournament’s success.
Preparations for the competition are ongoing, and Morocco remains the host nation after being awarded the hosting rights in October 2024.
What the change means for Nigeria’s Super Falcons
The rescheduling affects preparations for Nigeria’s Super Falcons, who are aiming to defend their continental crown.
Nigeria remain the most successful team in the history of the competition, having won 10 of the 13 editions played so far. The Falcons lifted the most recent title and will enter the 2026 tournament as defending champions.
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With the tournament now moved to July and August, the Super Falcons will have additional months to prepare as they aim to extend their dominance in African women’s football.
Morocco to host expanded tournament
The 2026 edition will be hosted in Morocco, marking the third consecutive time the North African nation will stage the women’s competition.
CAF has also expanded the tournament to 16 teams, increasing the level of competition across the continent.
With several months now added to the schedule, teams across Africa will adjust their preparation plans as they aim to qualify for the tournament’s later stages.
For Nigeria’s Super Falcons, the goal remains clear: to defend their title and extend their remarkable record in African women’s football.
