How many African countries will qualify for Women’s World Cup through WAFCON?

The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco will not only crown the continent’s champions but also determine which African teams will book their places at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
With Africa’s allocation increased for the expanded Women’s World Cup, the continent has a chance to send up to six teams to the global tournament.
How many African teams will qualify?
A total of four African countries will qualify automatically for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
These will be the four semifinalists at the 2026 WAFCON. Once a team reaches the semi-finals, it secures a direct ticket to Brazil.
In addition, two more African nations will have another opp...