Football: Women's Africa Cup of Nations postponed
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“The Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) would not kick off in Morocco on March 17 as planned.”
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“The Women's Africa Cup of Nations is to be moved to the summer.”
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“CAF decided to reschedule the dates to 25 July – 16 August 2026 to ensure the success of the competition.”
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“CAF failed to give a reason for the move, referring only to 'certain unforeseen circumstances.'”
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“Morocco is still slated to host the tournament – just a few months later than planned.”
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“Morocco will be hosting the WAFCON for a third consecutive time.”
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“The tournament also doubles as a qualifying event for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.”
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“South Africa's deputy minister of sport said her country would step in as a replacement, but this was later denied by South Africa's sports minister.”
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