WAFCON 2026: kick-off times, venues, the schedule for the first quarter-finals

Two thrilling clashes are on the programme this Saturday, 8 August, in Casablanca and Rabat.

The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, taking place in Morocco, is entering its decisive phase. The knockout stage begins this 8 August.

The first quarter-final will see Ivory Coast take on Algeria. The match is scheduled for 5 pm GMT at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca.

Ivory Coast, who have shown their ambitions since the start of the tournament, will face an Algerian side determined to secure their place in the last four.

The second quarter-final this Saturday will see host nation Morocco take on South Africa. Kick-off for this clash is at 8 pm GMT at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat.

This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the tournament’s favourites. Morocco, runners-up in the last Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, will be looking to overcome the South African challenge in front of their home crowd. But standing in their way will be an experienced South African side, determined to play a leading role in the tournament.

• 5 pm GMT: Ivory Coast - Algeria
• 8 pm GMT: Morocco - South Africa