As women's football continues to gain traction globally, German broadcaster Sportdigital has announced that it will air live coverage of the knockout stages of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). This move is a testament to the growing popularity and recognition of women's football on international platforms.
Sportdigital plans to broadcast eight matches live, starting with the quarter-finals on 18 July and culminating in the grand finale on 26 July. The twelve national teams have been competing fiercely in Morocco since 5 July for this prestigious continental title.
The broadcaster will join in from the quarter-finals onwards, showcasing all four matches across Friday and Saturday via its streaming app, Sportdigital+. The coverage commences at 18:00 CEST on Friday with an exciting clash between tournament favourites Nigeria, record champions, and Zambia.
Semi-Finals and beyond
The semi-finals are scheduled for Tuesday, 22 July. Following this high-stakes round is the third-place playoff set for Friday, 25 July. Finally, viewers can look forward to watching the final match on Saturday, 26 July. These crucial games will be broadcasted on Sportdigital Fußball -the network’s flagship football channel.
Sportdigital has a history of featuring top-tier African football in its programming line-up. This commitment extends beyond women's football as evidenced by their upcoming coverage plans for Men’s Africa Cup of Nations matches. This tournament is slated to be held in Morocco from 21 December 2025 until January 18th ,2026. It promises an exciting line-up featuring twenty-four national teams with Morocco hosting for only their second time since their debut as host back in1988 . Ivory Coast will be defending their title won previously in year 2024.
Sportdigital's decision to broadcast the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations live is a significant step towards promoting women's football. It not only provides a platform for these talented athletes but also offers sports fans and sports betting enthusiasts an opportunity to engage with this exciting tournament. As we look forward to the knockout stages, it is clear that women's football is gaining the recognition it deserves on global platforms.
