Cameroon's Indomitable Lionesses are actively preparing for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, with a prestigious friendly match against the host nation scheduled for June 5, 2026, in Beauvais, France. This encounter is a crucial step in the Cameroonian team's preparation ahead of the continental tournament.
This friendly match will allow the Indomitable Lionesses to compete against one of the rising teams in African women's football. Morocco, as the host country of WAFCON 2026, represents a significant opponent and an important test to assess Cameroon's level of preparation. The Moroccan team has made significant progress in recent years, making them a relevant opponent to gauge Cameroonian ambitions.
The Cameroonian technical staff will have the opportunity to observe and analyze their team's performance against quality opposition. This match will allow them to adjust the tactical strategy and assess the cohesion of the group before tackling the continental competition. Player management and the establishment of a solid team dynamic will also be central to the concerns during this friendly encounter.
The 2026 Women's AFCON, which will be held in Morocco, is a major event for African women's football. Originally scheduled from March 17 to April 3, 2026, the competition has been postponed and will now be held from July 25 to August 16, 2026. This edition will see the participation of 16 teams, compared to 12 previously, an expansion that reflects the growth and increasing competitiveness of women's football on the continent. Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Egypt were added to the competition following this expansion.
Cameroon finished second in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in 2004, 2014 and 2016. The Indomitable Lionesses also participated in the 2012 Olympic Games and the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2015.
The final draw for the 2026 Women's AFCON took place on January 15, 2026 in Rabat. Morocco, as the host country, was automatically placed in position A1, while Nigeria, the defending champion, occupied position C1. The matches will be played in the cities of Casablanca, Fez and Rabat.
This friendly match against Morocco is therefore an important step in the preparation of the Indomitable Lionesses for WAFCON 2026. It will allow the team to assess their level of play, refine their strategy and prepare mentally before tackling this crucial competition.
Cameroon will face Ghana on July 25, 2026 at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
