The draw for the African qualifying phase of the women’s football tournament for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Cairo.
According to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the ceremony will be held at their headquarters in the Egyptian capital, marking the official start of a journey that involves 35 national teams from across the continent. This expansive list includes teams from every region, such as Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, Senegal, Cameroon, and Ethiopia, all vying for a chance to represent Africa on the global stage.
The qualifying campaign will be a rigorous process organized into five distinct rounds, which are set to be played during various international windows. Despite the high number of participating nations, the competition is exceptionally fierce, as only two teams will ultimately secure spots for the Olympic tournament. The list of competitors features established powerhouses like Zambia, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire, alongside emerging programs from nations such as Djibouti, Malawi, and the Seychelles, reflecting the growing depth of women’s football across Africa.
These qualifiers serve as a critical milestone for teams aiming to participate in the Los Angeles 2028 Games, which are scheduled to run from July 11 to July 29, 2028. For the 35 participating nations, the draw in Cairo represents the first administrative step in a multi-year project of training, logistics, and competition. As the road to Los Angeles begins, the focus for these national federations shifts to the tactical and organizational preparations required to navigate one of the most demanding qualification structures in international sports.
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