Morocco Wins 4-0 in WAFCON Friendly Ahead of July Tournament

Morocco's women's national football team is gearing up for a significant summer in African football, showcasing their strength with a 4-0 friendly win over Tanzania as a final tune-up ahead of hosting the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in July. Under coach Jorge Vilda Rodriguez, Morocco is placed in Group A alongside Zambia, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a high-stakes opening match against Zambia on July 5, a challenge Zambia’s midfielder Grace Chanda recognizes as tough but crucial. This tournament, the 15th edition of WAFCON and the first instance of back-to-back hosting by Morocco following their 2022 success, will be held across five cities and six venues, maintaining its 2024 designation despite taking place in 2025 due to scheduling adjustments. Morocco’s aspirations are buoyed by key players like Fatima Tagnaout, while South Africa enters as defending champions aiming to retain their title. Concurrently, Morocco will also compete in the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) starting in August in Kenya, highlighting the depth and ambition of Moroccan football across both women’s and domestic competitions. The upcoming months present Morocco with an opportunity to cement their status as a powerhouse in African women’s football on home soil.