As excitement builds ahead of the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) is set to reveal a brand-new WAFCON trophy; a symbolic leap in its ongoing efforts to uplift women’s football across the continent.
The unveiling of the redesigned trophy will take place on Wednesday, 2 July, just days before the tournament kicks off on Saturday.
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The launch will be held in Morocco, this year’s host nation, in collaboration with CAF’s official sponsors.
According to CAF, the new trophy forms a key part of President Dr Patrice Motsepe’s wider vision for the women’s game on the continent; a vision rooted in growth, investment, and recognition.
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Fans will get their first look at the trophy via CAF’s digital platforms on Wednesday afternoon, followed by a formal ‘Trophy Event’ later in the evening, which will bring together key stakeholders and sponsors.
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The stage is now set for what promises to be a thrilling tournament, beginning with Morocco’s Group A opener against Zambia at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat on Saturday, 5 July.
CAF says full details and design inspiration behind the new WAFCON trophy will be unveiled on launch day. Until then, anticipation continues to mount; for both the trophy, and the glory it represents.
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