Libya and Zambia Kick Off 2026 CAF Futsal AFCON in Morocco

The 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations commenced in Rabat, Morocco, on October 12, with eight teams vying for the continental title until October 21. The Confederation of African Football confirmed that Libya and Zambia would contest the opening match at the Moulay Abdellah Sports Hall.

The tournament includes hosts Morocco, Libya, Zambia, Algeria, Egypt, Angola, Mozambique, and Tanzania. Group A consists of Morocco, Libya, Zambia, and Algeria, while Group B includes Egypt, Angola, Mozambique, and Tanzania.

Libya, aiming to improve on their third-place finish at the 2024 edition, is guided by new head coach Pereira da Silva, who replaced Ricardo Inuguez. Zambia is coached by Andrea Cristoforetti, who previously led the team in the 2024 finals.

Cristoforetti noted that friendly matches against Egypt helped assess their level, expressing confidence in his team's preparations and eagerness to compete against Libya.