WAFCON 2025: Banyana Banyana's Journey, Fixtures & Prize Money Boost!
The 2024 CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), taking place in Morocco throughout July 2025, is heating up! Delayed by a year due to the Paris 2024 Olympics, the tournament showcases the best of African women's football, with 12 national teams battling for continental glory.
Banyana Banyana's Title Defence
All eyes are on South Africa's Banyana Banyana as they defend their 2022 WAFCON title. Coach Desiree Ellis has emphasized the crucial role of fan support in the team's success, urging supporters to continue cheering them on. Their journey in Group C has already begun, with a victory over Ghana.
WAFCON 2024 Results So Far:
- Group A: Morocco and Zambia are showing strong performances.
- Group B: Nigeria has started strong.
- Group C: South Africa off to a good start.
Key Fixtures to Watch:
- Morocco vs Senegal
- Zambia vs DR Congo
- Tunisia vs Algeria
- Botswana vs Nigeria
- South Africa vs Mali
- Ghana vs Tanzania
Massive Prize Money Increase!
CAF has announced a significant boost to the prize money for WAFCON 2024. The winner will now receive USD 1,000,000, a 100% increase! The total prize money has also increased by 45%. This investment reflects CAF's commitment to the growth of women's football in Africa, aiming to improve salaries for players, coaches, and staff.
Prize Money Breakdown:
- Winner: USD 1,000,000
- Runner-up: USD 500,000
- Third Place: USD 350,000
- Fourth Place: USD 300,000
- Quarter-finalists: USD 200,000 each
With increased viewership and sponsor interest, WAFCON 2024 promises to be a landmark event for women's football in Africa. Keep up with all the fixtures, results, and standings right here!