FULL LIST: FIFA releases 2027 Women’s World Cup playoff fixtures

Ghana and South Africa have learned their opponents in the preliminary phase of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament following a draw held in Zurich, Switzerland. These two African nations are among six teams competing for the final berths in the prestigious global tournament, set to be hosted in Brazil.

The draw, conducted at FIFA's headquarters, placed Uzbekistan against South Africa in Group A, while Ghana will face Ecuador in Group C. Papua New Guinea and Chinese Taipei form Group B. Each team is scheduled to play three matches during the preliminary phase, which will take place during the international window from November 24 to December 5, 2026.

South Africa secured their playoff spot by defeating Nigeria, while Ghana advanced after a victory over Côte d'Ivoire. Both teams will be aiming to make their mark on the international stage. Ghana seeks to return to the World Cup for the first time since 2007, and South Africa aims for a third consecutive appearance after featuring in the 2019 and 2023 editions.

The top two teams from this preliminary phase will progress to the final phase. There, they will join four other teams that have qualified directly. The final phase, scheduled from February 23 to March 6, 2027, will feature three single-match ties, with the three winners securing the final three places at the 2027 Women's World Cup. This tournament marks a historic occasion as it will be the first time the Women's World Cup is staged in South America.