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THE 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – WAFCON, has been postponed.
The Confederation of African Football – CAF, organizers of the event scheduled to kick off two weeks from now in Morocco, cited ‘’unforeseen circumstances’’ for the postponement.
According to a statement by CAF, The tournament will now be held from July 25 to August 16, 2026.
The new date positions the competition shortly after the 2026 men’s World Cup.
CAF said the decision was made after discussions between it, partners, FIFA, and other stakeholders to ensure the success of this important women’s competition.
But the football body assured that preparations for the biennial tournament are underway, and all the parties are confident that it will be very successful.
The continental governing body had granted the hosting rights for the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations to Morocco in October 2024.
Nigeria, 10-time champions, won the last edition of the biennial competition, which was also hosted by the North African country.