Match Details for Morocco vs Cameroon in AFCON 2026 Semifinal

The highly anticipated semifinal clash between Morocco and Cameroon in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2026 is set to take place on Wednesday. This thrilling match will be hosted at the Stade Moulay El Hassan in Rabat, with kick-off scheduled for 22:00 local time in France, which translates to 21:00 for both Morocco and Cameroon. Fans eager to catch the live action can tune in on various channels; in France, the match will be available on beIn Sports 1, while viewers in Morocco can watch it on beIn Sports Mena 6 and Arryadia. In Cameroon, the action will be broadcasted on Canal+ Sport Afrique.

Path to the Semifinals: Morocco and Cameroon

Morocco, as the host nation, is looking to make history by reaching the finals for the third consecutive time in this tournament. Their journey to the semifinal stage has been remarkable, highlighted by a recent victory over South Africa, where they triumphed 2-1, thanks to goals from Sakina Ouzraoui and a penalty by Hanane Aït El Haj. If they win this match, they will secure their spot in the finals once again, showcasing their dominance in women’s football on the continent.

On the other side, Cameroon arrives in this semifinal with a strong performance in their previous match, having defeated their long-time rivals, Nigeria, with a 1-0 scoreline, courtesy of a goal from Myriam Nyadjou. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Indomitable Lionesses as they seek to reach the finals for the first time since 2016. Notably, neither team has ever lifted the AFCON trophy, which adds an extra layer of excitement and motivation for both sides as they vie for a chance at glory.

This upcoming match will mark the second encounter between these two teams in the history of the AFCON. Their first meeting in 2000 saw Cameroon emerge victorious with a score of 4-1 in the group stage. Additionally, they have faced each other in friendly matches, with Morocco winning 1-0 in September 2021, and Cameroon avenging that loss with a similar scoreline in April 2025. The stakes are high, and the rivalry promises to deliver an exhilarating contest for fans and players alike.

As reported by afrik-foot.com.