Published:
Thursday, 21 November 2024
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has revealed the details of the draw procedure for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Morocco 2024.
The draw will be conducted on Friday, November 22, 2024at the Mohammed VI Technical Center in Saléstarting at 20h00 local time (19h00 GMT).
The prestigious tournament will bring together Africa’s top 12 teamsand they will be divided into three groups of four.
Qualified Teams and Their Seeding
According to the regulations, the 12 qualified teams will be seeded into four levels based on their FIFA rankings. This seeding ensures a balanced initial distribution of teams for the tournament.
- Level 1: Morocco (host), Nigeria, South Africa
- Level 2: Zambia, Ghana, Tunisia
- Level 3: Mali, Senegal, Algeria
- Level 4: DR Congo, Tanzania, Botswana
Morocco, as the host nation, will automatically occupy position A1while defending champions South Africa will take position C1. The third team in Level 1 will be placed in position B1.
Detailed Draw Procedures
The draw will follow a rigorous methodology to ensure balanced and fair groupings. Three separate pots will be used to allocate teams from Levels 2, 3, and 4 into Groups A, B, and C:
- Pot C (Level 4):
- The first ball drawn will go to Group A, position A4.
- The second ball will go to Group B, position B4.
- The third ball will go to Group C, position C4.
- Pot B (Level 3):
- The first ball drawn will go to Group A, position A3.
- The second ball will go to Group B, position B3.
- The third ball will go to Group C, position C3.
- Pot A (Level 2):
- The first ball drawn will go to Group A, position A2.
- The second ball will go to Group B, position B2.
- The third ball will go to Group C, position C2.
This meticulous process ensures an evenly distributed competition, setting the stage for captivating match-ups right from the group phase.
Tournament Details
The 13th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will take place from July 5 to July 26, 2025in Morocco.
South Africa are the defending champions and they secured their first continental title in Morocco two years ago.
Further Enquiries:
CAF Communications
communications@cafonline.com
Beyond the obvious favorites, which Level 3 or 4 teams do you think have the potential to make a deep run in the tournament and why?
## World Today News Presents: The Road to Morocco 2025 - A WAFCON Draw Preview
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**Host:** Welcome to World Today News, and a special edition focused on African football! We’re just hours away from the much-anticipated draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025. Today, we’re joined by two esteemed guests to dissect the upcoming draw, analyze the seeding, and speculate on what this tournament holds for the continent’s top female footballers.
Let’s begin by introducing our guests. First, we have **[Guest 1 Name and Credentials]**, a renowned football analyst with a deep understanding of women’s football in Africa. Welcome to the show!
And joining us is **[Guest 2 Name and Credentials]**, former player and champion for [National Team], who brings invaluable on-field experience to the table.
Welcome to you both!
**The Draw: Unveiling The Groups**
**Host:** Let’s get straight to the heart of the matter – the draw. The article outlines a very structured process. What are your initial thoughts on the seeding system and its impact on potential group dynamics?
**[Guest 1]**
**[Guest 2]**
**Host:** Interesting points raised there. [Guest 1], you mentioned the importance of balance. How crucial will it be for teams to avoid being pitted against fellow heavyweights in the initial stages?
**[Guest 1]**
**Host:** And [Guest 2], from a player’s perspective, how much do you think the draw affects team morale and early tournament strategy?
**[Guest 2]**
**The Contenders: Analyzing the Favorites and Dark Horses**
**Host:** Let’s delve into the teams themselves.
Morocco, as hosts, automatically occupy Position A1. As defending champions, South Africa deserve their spot in Position C1.
[Guest 2], what do you make of these two powerhouses being pre-placed in separate groups?
**[Guest 2]**
**Host:** That’s a great insight. [Guest 1], looking at Level 2, who do you see as the potential threats to these established giants?
**[Guest 1]**
**Host:** And are there any unexpected teams from Level 3 or 4 that you think might surprise us in Morocco?
**[Guest 1/Guest 2]**
**The Legacy: The Significance of Winning the WAFCON**
**Host:** let’s zoom out and look at the bigger picture. Why does the WAFCON hold such significance for African women’s football, and what would winning it mean for a team?
**[Guest 1/Guest 2]**
**Host:** Beautifully said. On that inspiring note, we must wrap up. A huge thank you to both **[Guest 1 Name]** and **[Guest 2 Name]** for sharing their insights and giving us a sneak peek into the upcoming WAFCON.
Stay tuned for the official draw later today, and remember to follow World Today News for all the upcoming WAFCON news and analysis.
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