The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially chosen Morocco to host the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking the third time the nation will organize the event, following the 2022 and 2024 editions.
This prestigious tournament will serve as a crucial qualifier for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, which is set to be hosted by Brazil.
Morocco’s growing presence in African football, especially in the women’s division, is a testament to its commitment to promoting and developing the sport on the continent.
In addition to hosting the 2026 Women’s AFCON, Morocco will also organize the finals of the Women’s African Champions League from November 9 to 23, 2024.
Further emphasizing Morocco’s leadership role in African football, the CAF Awards ceremony for the year 2024 will be held in Marrakech for the third consecutive year.
This annual event celebrates the best talents and achievements in African football.
The Moroccan women’s national football team continues to gain recognition as they prepare for these upcoming tournaments.
Hosting these major events reflects Morocco’s ambition to position itself as a central hub for African sports and its desire to uplift women’s football on both a continental and global stage.
