Morocco face Senegal on Monday, August 3, 2026, with kickoff at 20:00 GMT (21:00 local Morocco time) in Rabat, in a decisive Group A finale at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco enters top of the group and unbeaten, while Senegal needs a win to secure qualification.
What time does Morocco vs Senegal kick off?
Kickoff is set for 20:00 GMT, which corresponds to 21:00 local time in Morocco and 22:00 CAT for viewers across sub-Saharan Africa. The match is one of two simultaneous Group A finale fixtures, with Kenya facing Algeria at the same time.
Which channel broadcasts Morocco vs Senegal?
Coverage is split between regional and global rights holders, led by beIN Sports and the CANAL+/SuperSport network. All 34 tournament matches are available live, with no single global free-to-air option confirmed.
Context and Background
Host nation Morocco, coached under the Atlas Lionesses banner, has been the standout side of Group A, thrashing Kenya 4-0 before edging North African rivals Algeria 1-0 at Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat. Striker Ibtissam Jraïdi has led Morocco’s attack with a brace against Kenya, positioning the hosts atop the group with six points and a plus-five goal difference heading into the Senegal clash.premiumtimesng+1
Senegal’s campaign has been rockier, opening with a 2-0 loss to Algeria before bouncing back with a 1-0 win over Kenya, courtesy of a Seynabou Mbengue strike, to sit third on three points. This sets up a must-win scenario for Senegal against a Moroccan side already assured of qualification, adding extra stakes to the North African hosts chasing a perfect group-stage record.
Group A Standings Heading Into Matchday 3
Reactions and Impact
Local outlets have highlighted Morocco’s derby win over Algeria as a statement result, with Sanaa Mssoudy’s late strike sealing “two wins from two” for the Atlas Lionesses in front of a passionate Rabat crowd. Nigerian outlet Bonanaija noted that Morocco’s opening 4-0 rout of Kenya “thrilled their home supporters,” underscoring the momentum carried into this Senegal fixture.
What Is the Prediction for Morocco vs Senegal?
Morocco enters as clear favorites given home advantage, a perfect record, and a plus-five goal difference compared to Senegal’s negative mark. A cautious Moroccan win or draw appears likely, since the hosts have already all but secured top spot, while Senegal will press for the win needed to guarantee its own passage to the quarter-finals.
Kenya’s simultaneous meeting with Algeria at Moulay El Hassan Stadium adds further complexity to final standings, since both Group A matches kick off together to preserve fairness. For continued tournament coverage, readers can revisit our pillar page on the WAFCON 2026 Full Schedule and Standings and our earlier report on Morocco’s Opening Win Over Kenya.
