🏆 WAFCON 2025: African Women’s Football Set for Grand Showcase in Morocco
The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated 15th edition of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), now officially set to take place in Morocco from July 5 to 26, 2025. Originally scheduled for 2024, the tournament was pushed forward to avoid overlap with the Paris 2024 Olympic Games—but the delay has only heightened excitement.
📍 Host Nation: Morocco’s Second Stint
After winning accolades for hosting the 2022 edition, Morocco returns as the proud host of the continent’s top women’s football competition. Matches will unfold across six stadiums in five cities:
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Rabat
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Casablanca
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Mohammédia
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Berkane
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Oujda
With stadiums ranging from 10,000 to 35,000 capacities, the event is poised to blend grassroots energy with world-class spectacle.
📋 Tournament Format
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12 teams will participate
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Split into three groups of four
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The top two teams from each group + two best third-placed teams will proceed to the quarter-finals
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Knockout matches continue to the grand finale on July 26, 2025
⭐ Teams to Watch at WAFCON 2025
🇿🇦 South Africa – Reigning Champions
Banyana Banyana are back to defend their crown, with a seasoned squad and tactical edge.
🇲🇦 Morocco – Hosts and 2022 Finalists
The Atlas Lionesses aim to ride home support and return to the final, led by star forward Ghizlane Chebbak.
🇳🇬 Nigeria – WAFCON Royalty
With the most WAFCON titles in history, the Super Falcons are determined to reclaim the top spot.
🇿🇲 Zambia – Rising Giants
After claiming bronze in 2022, Zambia returns with Barbra Banda, who lit up the Tokyo Olympics and remains a player to watch.
🌍 Why WAFCON 2025 Matters
WAFCON 2025 isn’t just a sporting event—it’s a celebration of African excellence, female empowerment, and the explosive growth of women’s football across the continent. Expect thrilling goals, emotional comebacks, and breakout stars as Africa’s finest battle for glory.
Source: https://www.olympics.com/
