The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations standings are one of the most important parts of the tournament, helping fans track how every team is performing throughout the group stage. With Africa’s top women’s national teams competing for continental glory, every point, goal, and result can make a significant difference in the race to the knockout rounds.
The standings are updated after each match and show the latest rankings based on points, goal difference, goals scored, and other official tournament tie-breakers. Below is a complete overview of the four groups along with the current standings format and qualification rules.
2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Groups
The tournament features 16 national teams, divided into four groups of four teams each.
| Group | Teams |
|---|---|
| Group A | Morocco, Algeria, Senegal, Kenya |
| Group B | Ivory Coast, Tanzania, South Africa, Burkina Faso |
| Group C | Zambia, Malawi, Nigeria, Egypt |
| Group D | Cape Verde, Cameroon, Ghana, Mali |
Each team plays every other nation in its group once, with valuable points available in every fixture.
Group A Standings
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morocco | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | +4 | 3 |
| Algeria | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| Senegal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
| Kenya | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
Morocco currently leads the group with an impressive goal difference, while Algeria also begins with three valuable points.
Group B Standings
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivory Coast | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 3 |
| Tanzania | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| South Africa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 |
| Burkina Faso | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 0 |
Group B remains highly competitive, with Ivory Coast holding the top position after the opening round thanks to a stronger goal difference.
Group C Standings
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zambia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | +6 | 3 |
| Malawi | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | +1 | 3 |
| Nigeria | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 0 |
| Egypt | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | -6 | 0 |
Zambia has made the strongest start of any team so far, recording an outstanding goal difference that could become important later in the competition.
Group D Standings
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Verde | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cameroon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ghana | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mali | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group D teams are yet to begin their campaigns, meaning every nation starts level before the opening fixtures.
How the Standings Are Calculated
The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations table follows the standard football points system:
- Win: 3 points
- Draw: 1 point
- Loss: 0 points
If two or more teams finish with the same number of points, the rankings are typically determined by:
- Goal difference
- Goals scored
- Head-to-head results
- Additional tournament tie-breakers if required
Because of these rules, every goal can play a crucial role in determining which teams advance.
Qualification for the Quarterfinals
The tournament rewards consistent performances during the group stage.
- 1st Place: Qualifies for the quarterfinals.
- 2nd Place: Qualifies for the quarterfinals.
- 3rd Place: The two best third-placed teams across all four groups also progress to the quarterfinals.
This qualification format keeps every group competitive until the final round of matches, as teams finishing third still have an opportunity to reach the knockout stage.
Final Thoughts
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations standings will continue to evolve as more matches are played across all four groups. With several traditional African football powers and emerging nations battling for qualification, fans can expect plenty of movement in the table throughout the tournament. Keep following the latest standings, match results, and points table updates to see which teams secure their place in the quarterfinals and continue their journey toward the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title.