Algiers – The draw for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has placed Algeria and Morocco in the same group, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling encounter. The draw, conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the sidelines of the 2025 Men’s AFCON finals in Morocco, revealed a challenging path for the Algerian national team.
Algeria finds itself in Group A alongside host nation Morocco, Senegal, and Kenya. This grouping presents a significant hurdle for the Algerian squad as they aim to progress through the tournament.
The full draw results are as follows:
Group A: Morocco, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya
Group B: South Africa, Cote d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Tanzania
Group C: Nigeria, Zambia, Egypt, Malawi
Group D: Ghana, Cameroon, Mali, Cape Verde
The tournament is scheduled to take place in Morocco. Expectations are high as Algeria prepares to compete for the coveted continental title in the 2026 Women’s AFCON. The team faces a tough challenge, but with dedication and strategic gameplay, they hope to make a significant impact on the competition.
DZWatch will continue to provide updates and in-depth analysis as the tournament approaches.
