The group stage draw for the Cheetah Cup 2026 has officially been concluded, with 16 boys’ teams and eight women’s teams discovering their opponents ahead of the prestigious youth football tournament.
The official draw was held on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the offices of Cheetah FC, where participating clubs were placed into their respective groups for the competition, which will run from August 16 to August 23, 2026.
The annual tournament continues to grow in stature, attracting youth teams from Ghana and across Africa, while providing a platform for young talents to showcase their abilities.
Boys’ Tournament Groups
Group A
- Namoro FC
- Black Man Warriors
- Villa Real Africa
- GAZ Nobles
Group B
- FC Samartex
- CFFA Foot
- Hearts of Oak
- Dream Team
Group C
- New Generation
- P-Sports
- Mbakasoko
- Cheetah FC
Group D
- MSK Zilina
- Pan African
- KACIS Club
- Oma Senya
Hosts Cheetah FC have been drawn in Group C, where they will face P-Sports, New Generation and Mbakasoko in what is expected to be a highly competitive group.
Women’s Tournament Groups
Group A
- Fefgan Ladies
- Sissamba Ladies
- Blessed Ladies
- FC Samartex Ladies
Group B
- Cabfix Ladies
- Black Warriors Ladies
- Valued Ladies
- Faithful Ladies
Defending champions Faithful Ladies will begin the defence of their title in Group B, where they have been paired with Cabfix Ladies, Black Warriors Ladies and Valued Ladies.
The draw ceremony also featured the unveiling of the official medals, the tournament trophy and the official match balls, which are inspired by the 2026 FIFA World Cup match balls.
With top youth clubs from Ghana and other African countries set to compete, the 2026 Cheetah Cup is expected to deliver another week of exciting football, talent discovery and memorable moments as the countdown to the August tournament continues.