Women's Football: Women's Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco
Summary
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) started in Morocco with 16 teams competing, the most ever in the tournament. The winner will qualify for the World Cup and receive a record prize of two million dollars, with Nigeria as the defending champion.Key Facts
- The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations began in Morocco on Sunday.
- This edition features 16 teams, up from 12 in the previous tournament.
- Teams compete to qualify for the Women’s World Cup.
- The first-place prize is two million dollars, a record amount.
- Nigeria has won the tournament 10 times and is the current champion.
- The tournament is a major event in African women’s football.
- Morocco is the host country for the event.
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