The second edition of the WAFU B Women’s Nations Cup is set to take place from May 8 to 18 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, just as it did last year. The tournament, organized by the West African Football Union (WAFU), promises another exciting showcase of women’s football in the region, with several of West Africa’s top teams preparing to compete for regional supremacy.
This year’s edition will feature eight national teams from across West Africa. Six countries from WAFU Zone B—Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana, Togo, and Niger—will participate, joined by Senegal and Mali from WAFU Zone A. These eight teams will be divided into two groups of four for the group stage, ensuring a competitive format where each team will have the opportunity to battle for a place in the semi-finals.
The group stage draw is scheduled for April 16 in Abidjan, where teams will learn their opponents and begin planning strategies for the tournament. With strong squads and competitive players, the draw will be a key moment for national teams to assess potential challenges and prepare for the matches ahead. The tournament promises high-quality football and a chance for emerging talent to shine on a regional stage.
Ghana enters the competition as the reigning champions, having won the inaugural edition of the WAFU B Women’s Nations Cup last year. The Black Queens will look to defend their title and demonstrate their dominance in West African women’s football. Their presence adds an added level of prestige and competition to the tournament, as other nations aim to dethrone the defending champions.
Ivory Coast, as host nation, will also be a team to watch. Playing on home soil gives them a potential advantage, with local fans eager to see their team perform strongly in front of a supportive crowd. Other teams, including Nigeria and Burkina Faso, bring depth, experience, and ambition, making the tournament highly competitive and unpredictable.
The WAFU B Women’s Nations Cup not only serves as a platform to crown the best team in the region but also as an important opportunity to promote women’s football in West Africa. The tournament highlights the growth of the women’s game, providing young players with international experience and exposure that can propel their careers forward. Scouts and coaches often monitor the competition closely, as it is an excellent showcase of emerging talent and skill across the region.
As the countdown to May 8 begins, all participating teams will focus on preparation and strategy. From rigorous training sessions to tactical planning, each nation will aim to make a strong impression and compete for the title. Fans across West Africa and beyond will be following the tournament closely, anticipating thrilling matches, standout performances, and memorable moments on and off the pitch.
With the tournament set in Abidjan, the stage is set for another successful edition of the WAFU B Women’s Nations Cup. Ghana will aim to retain the trophy, but with seven other competitive teams vying for glory, the competition promises to be fierce, entertaining, and an important milestone in the continued growth of women’s football in West Africa.
