The Confederation of African Football (CAF) expanded the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) from 12 to 16 teams. The decision marks a pivotal moment in continental football, opening doors for rising footballing nations while raising the competitive bar across Africa.
Hosted in Morocco, the expanded tournament features four groups of four teams. The additional slots brought nations like Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Mali, and Egypt directly into the finals, delivering unprecedented depth and fierce rivalries.
Beyond crowning the queen of African football, WAFCON serves as the ultimate continent-wide battleground for global glory, acting as the primary qualifying tournament for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
With direct World Cup berths and playoff tickets at stake, every match carries massive geopolitical and sporting stakes.
Morocco’s top-tier infrastructure in Rabat and Casablanca provides a world-class backdrop for the historic 16-team tournament.
From reigning giants like Nigeria and South Africa to ambitious dark horses, Africa’s finest female footballers are taking center stage in a transformed competition that sets a new standard for global women's athletics.
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