CAF Confirms Venues and Dates for 2026 World Cup Playoffs

CAF Confirms Venues and Dates for 2026 World Cup Playoffs Confirms Venues and Dates for 2026 World Cup Playoffs

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the venues and dates for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff tournament.

Four nations — Nigeria, Gabon, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo — will compete in the mini-tournament, scheduled to take place in Rabat, Morocco, from November 13 to 16, 2025.

The semi-final matches will be held on Thursday, November 13, at the El Barid Stadium and the Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex. CAF will conduct a draw on Thursday, October 30, 2025, to allocate match venues.

Nigeria will face Gabon in the opening semi-final at 5 p.m., while Cameroon will take on the Democratic Republic of Congo in the second fixture at 8 p.m.

The final is slated for Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Stadium. The winner will progress to the intercontinental playoffs for a chance to claim Africa’s 10th and final qualification spot for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.