Morocco Women's Team Prepares for AFCON Quarterfinal

Morocco's women's national team held final training on August 7 before facing South Africa in the 2026 Women's AFCON quarterfinal.

Morocco Women's Team Prepares for AFCON Quarterfinal

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Morocco's women's national football team completed their final training session on Friday, August 7, 2026, in preparation for their quarterfinal match against South Africa in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which is being held in Morocco.

The session, held under the guidance of head coach Reynald Pedros, focused on tactical drills and set pieces, according to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). The team is aiming to build on their strong group-stage performance, where they topped their group with three wins.

South Africa, the defending champions, finished second in their group. The two teams have a history of competitive encounters, including the 2022 WAFCON final where South Africa defeated Morocco 2-1 to claim the title.

The quarterfinal is scheduled to take place on August 10, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The winner will advance to the semifinals, keeping alive hopes of a first continental title for Morocco.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Morocco vs South Africa quarterfinal match?

The match is scheduled for August 10, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

Who is the head coach of Morocco's women's team?

Reynald Pedros is the head coach of the Moroccan women's national team.

What was the result of the 2022 WAFCON final between these teams?

South Africa defeated Morocco 2-1 in the 2022 WAFCON final to win the title.

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