Ghana and South Africa reach Play-Off Tournament

Ghana and South Africa emerged victorious in the WAFCON play-ins to secure their spots in the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 Play-Off Tournament. The Black Queens and Banyana Banyana will serve as CAF’s two representatives in the Play-Off, which will be begin in November ..

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Ghana and South Africa have secured their berths in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament after winning their respective WAFCON play-in matches.

The two teams will represent CAF in the tournament, scheduled for November and December 2026, concluding in February 2027.
Ghana defeated Côte d’Ivoire 2-1, with goals from Princess Marfo and Josephine Bonsu.
South Africa edged out Nigeria 2-1, eliminating the Super Falcons from a World Cup for the first time in their history, with goals from Thembi Kgatlana and captain Refiloe Jane.