Africa Women's Cup of Nations 2026: Today's schedule

The Africa Women's Cup of Nations 2026 kicks off on Sunday, July 26, in Morocco. Group A action gets underway with two electrifying matchups.

17:00 GMT – Al Arabi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca: Algeria vs Senegal

The tournament opens with a clash never seen before. Neither Algeria nor Senegal has ever reached the tournament's semi-finals—this is a golden opportunity for both teams to make history right from the opening whistle.

20:00 GMT – Moulay El Hassan Stadium, Rabat: Morocco vs Kenya

Just a few hours later, the Atlas Lionesses, playing on home soil, begin their quest for glory. Backed by their fans, Morocco—runners-up in the last two editions—are looking for a strong start as they face Kenya's Harambee Starlets.

Beyond the title: The ultimate prize is World Cup 2027

It's worth noting that this edition of the Africa Women's Cup of Nations is a direct qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil, scheduled from June 24 to July 25, 2027. The four semi-finalists will earn automatic qualification, while the two losing quarter-finalists will battle it out in the continental play-offs.

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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