The 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (CAN féminine) group stage concluded on August 6, 2026, with eight teams securing their spots in the quarterfinals. The tournament, hosted by Morocco, has seen strong performances from both established powerhouses and emerging nations.
The qualified teams are: Morocco (Group A winners), Nigeria (Group B winners), South Africa (Group C winners), and Zambia (Group D winners), along with runners-up from each group: Senegal, Tunisia, Ghana, and Mali. These teams advanced after a competitive group phase that featured 12 nations.
Morocco, the defending champions, topped Group A with a perfect record, scoring 7 goals and conceding only 1. Nigeria, record seven-time champions, showed resilience in Group B, finishing ahead of Tunisia on goal difference. South Africa, the 2022 runners-up, dominated Group C, while Zambia impressed in Group D with a 3-0 win over Mali in their final group match.
The quarterfinal matchups are set: Morocco vs. Mali, Nigeria vs. Ghana, South Africa vs. Tunisia, and Zambia vs. Senegal. The matches will take place on August 10-11, 2026, at various venues across Morocco, with the semifinals scheduled for August 14 and the final on August 17 in Rabat.
This edition of the CAN féminine has drawn significant attention, with increased media coverage and higher attendance compared to previous tournaments, reflecting the growing popularity of women's football in Africa.
