The women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is underway in Morocco, a year delayed. The tournament features top players competing for glory. Morocco is emerging as a key player in women's football on the continent, having previously hosted in 2022 and set to host again in 2026. Recent investments have positively impacted the women's team, which reached the World Cup knockout stages in 2023. However, familiar issues remain that could hinder the tournament's potential, especially regarding scheduling and off-field decisions impacting engagement and viewer attendance.
The rescheduled women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is underway in Morocco, a year later than planned, showcasing some of the best players in the world.
Recent investment in women's football in Morocco is clearly paying off, leading to unexpected success for the women's team in the 2023 World Cup knockout stages.
Despite being a growing presence in women's football, familiar problems linger that threaten to stop the tournament from reaching its full potential.
Off-field decisions and delayed schedules continue to hinder the tournament's overall success and viewer engagement.
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