Morocco's Women's National Team Prepares for the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations
The highly anticipated Women's Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2026 is set to kick off in Morocco, with the host nation opening the tournament against Kenya in Rabat. This exciting match is scheduled for July 26, 2026, at 21:00 local time at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium. Morocco's national women's football team, known as the Lionesses of the Atlas, will compete in Group A alongside formidable opponents including Algeria and Senegal, making for a thrilling group stage.
Following their opening game against Kenya, Morocco will face Algeria on July 30, 2026, again at 21:00 in the same stadium. The group stage will conclude with a crucial match against Senegal on August 3, 2026, also scheduled for 21:00 at the Moulay El Hassan. The Lionesses are under the guidance of coach Jorge Vilda, who will be looking to lead his team through to the knockout stages of the tournament.
The knockout phase of the tournament will see the quarter-finals take place on August 8 and 9, followed by the semi-finals on August 12. The highly awaited third-place match is set for August 15, culminating in the final match on August 16, 2026, also in Rabat. This tournament represents a significant opportunity for Morocco to showcase its talent on a continental stage and strengthen its position in women's football.
As reported by snrtnews.com.
