2027 Women's Africa Cup of Nations: July 28 fixtures announced

28.07.26 FT Africa Women Cup of Nations

Nigeria W

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Malawi W

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Group C of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco kicks off this Tuesday, July 28, with two thrilling encounters. Defending champions and record holders Nigeria begin their title defense against Malawi, while Zambia face off against Egypt.

Nigeria vs Malawi: A seemingly one-sided clash on paper

At 20:00 GMT at the Cité Stadium in Rabat, the Super Falcons launch their quest to retain the crown. With 10 continental titles to their name, Nigeria remain the queens of African football and the clear favorites to top Group C.

On the other hand, Malawi are tasting the atmosphere of the tournament for the very first time. In their debut at the TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations, the Scorchers find themselves thrown straight into the "group of death." Despite the daunting challenge, the Malawians arrive with strong momentum, relying on their golden generation led by Faith Chinzemu to upset the odds and make a statement from the outset.

Zambia take on returning Egypt

Earlier in the day, at 17:00 GMT at the Rabat Olympic Stadium, Zambia kick off their campaign against Egypt. The Copper Queens are back with big ambitions, having clinched third place in 2022 and made the quarterfinals in 2025. They are determined to push further and reach new heights. On the other side, the Egyptians are only making their second appearance after debuting in 2016, hoping to use this new experience to break out of the group stage and challenge the group’s heavyweights.

July 28, 2027 fixtures

1. 17:00 GMT: Zambia vs Egypt, Rabat Olympic Stadium
2. 20:00 GMT: Nigeria vs Malawi, Cité Stadium, Rabat

With Nigeria entering the competition, the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations takes on a new dimension. All eyes will be on the Super Falcons, but Zambia and Malawi are also eager to etch their names into the tournament’s history books.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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