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, resulted in a challenging group for the Algerian national team. Alongside host nation Morocco, Algeria will also face Senegal and Kenya in Group A.
The complete group stage breakdown is as follows:
Group A: Morocco, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya
Group B: South Africa, Ivory Coast, 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, with exact dates to be announced soon. Anticipation is high among fans, as Algeria faces a significant challenge in its quest to compete for the coveted continental title in 2026.
The Algerian team will need to be at their best to navigate this tough group and progress through the competition. Securing a spot in the knockout stages will require strong performances against all three opponents, particularly against the host nation Morocco.
DZWatch will continue to provide updates and in-depth coverage as the 2026 Women’s AFCON approaches.
