The road to the 2027 World Cup just hit a massive roadblock. In a move that has left fans, players, and federations in a state of shock, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reportedly postponed the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)—with less than 20 days to go before the opening whistle.
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Tournament in Limbo
Originally set to ignite Morocco from March 17 to April 3, the tournament was supposed to be a historic milestone, featuring an expanded 16-team format. Instead, it has become a masterclass in organizational uncertainty.
According to reports from L’Équipe, the decision follows a direct request from the Moroccan Football Federation. Despite warnings from Moroccan authorities for weeks that a March kickoff was "unfeasible," CAF allegedly left participating nations in the dark until the eleventh hour.
Why the Sudden Halt?
The drama behind the scenes suggests more than just a scheduling conflict:
* Host Uncertainty: Rumors have swirled for months. At one point, South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport suggested they might step in as emergency hosts following Morocco's rumored withdrawal.
* Communication Breakdown: Federations reportedly spent weeks waiting for official clarification while preparing their squads for a tournament that now has no start date.
* World Cup Stakes: This isn't just a trophy hunt; WAFCON serves as the primary qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. A delay here creates a massive ripple effect for global qualifying schedules.
What’s Next?
As of now, Morocco remains the designated host, but the calendar is a blank page. Neither CAF nor the Moroccan government has provided a new window for the competition, leaving Africa’s elite athletes in a frustrating holding pattern.
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