RABAT: Defending champions Nigeria have been drawn into Group C alongside Egypt, Zambia, and newcomers Malawi for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following Thursday’s draw in Rabat.
The tournament will be held in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, just eight months after the previous edition, which was also hosted by Morocco.
In that final, Nigeria defeated the hosts to secure their record 10th continental title. The last finals had been postponed by a year due to logistical challenges.
The upcoming edition carries added significance as it doubles as a qualifier for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil, with the top four teams earning Africa’s berths. South Africa is the only other team in the field with a previous continental crown.
Group Stage Draw:
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Group A (Rabat Moulay Hassan Stadium): Morocco, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya
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Group B (Rabat Al Madina Stadium): South Africa, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Tanzania
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Group C (Casablanca): Nigeria, Zambia, Egypt, Malawi
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Group D (Fes): Ghana, Cameroon, Mali, Cape Verde
