African football’s central story during 2–9 November was preparation for the next decisive phase of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 qualifying campaign. CAF confirmed that matchdays three and four will be played from 12 to 17 November 2026.
Qualification moves towards the halfway point
After the first two rounds, CAF described several groups as finely balanced. Morocco, Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, South Africa, DR Congo, Rwanda, Mali and Guinea-Bissau were among the teams highlighted as having made strong starts. The next two matchdays will test whether those early performances can be sustained.
Key fixtures to follow
CAF highlighted Côte d’Ivoire against Gambia, Mali against Rwanda, Senegal against Sudan and South Africa against Kenya among the important encounters. These are upcoming fixtures, not completed results from the 2–9 November reporting week.
The matches matter because consecutive fixtures can quickly change the balance of a qualification group. A team that collects four or six points can place itself in a strong position, while dropped points may increase pressure before the final rounds.
Why the African game matters
National-team football remains a major focus for supporters across the continent and the diaspora. The November window provides a useful test of coaching decisions, player availability, squad depth and the ability of teams to perform under pressure away from home.
Club competitions and domestic leagues also remain essential to the development of African football. Geedkawayn Sports will continue to report on CAF competitions, national leagues, youth development and African players competing abroad.
What to watch: CAF matchdays three and four, 12–17 November 2026. Follow the official CAF schedule for confirmed kick-off times and results.
Source: CAF — Crucial matchdays 3 and 4 to shape AFCON PAMOJA 2027 qualification: