Egypt to Host 2026 CAF Women's Champions League
The international tournament will feature eight clubs competing from November 1 to 15, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Soccer
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Egypt is set to host the 2026 CAF Women's Champions League, with matches scheduled to take place from November 1 to 15, 2026. The tournament will feature eight clubs from across various CAF zones competing for the continental title.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as the premier club competition for women's football in Africa, bringing together champions from different regional zones to determine the top side on the continent.
A total of eight clubs are confirmed to compete in the tournament. This event marks the third time Egypt has hosted the championship.
The players
Mamelodi Sundowns
This South African football club is a prominent representative from the COSAFA zone.
Kawempe Muslim
This Ugandan club represents the CECAFA region in the upcoming continental tournament.
AS FAR Rabat
Based in Morocco, this club represents the UNAF region and is a consistent competitor in African women's football.
The details
Participating teams qualify for the tournament through their respective zonal tournaments. The field includes representatives such as Mamelodi Sundowns from COSAFA, Kawempe Muslim from CECAFA, Lekie FF from UNIFFAC, USFAS from WAFU A, and Fath Union Sport and AS FAR Rabat representing UNAF.
Timeline
The inaugural tournament was held in 2021.
Tournament matches will take place from November 1 to 15, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This tournament serves as the climax of the regional qualification cycle, determining the continental champion among the best club sides in Africa. The event reshapes the competitive landscape for the upcoming season by crowning a new standard-bearer for the confederation.
The tournament structure requires eight teams to progress through a group stage followed by knockout rounds to secure the title. Qualification for the event is strictly determined by performance in designated regional zonal tournaments.
The takeaway
The 2026 edition highlights the continued development of women's club football across African regional zones. Fans should monitor zonal qualification results to see which final clubs will complete the eight-team tournament bracket.
What happens next
Tournament matches are scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026, and conclude with the final on November 15, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on continental competitions, visit the Soccer section.
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