Algeria qualify for Women's World Cup for first time after win over Ivory Coast
Algeria secured their first-ever Women's World Cup spot with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals in Casablanca.
In a historic Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal match held in Casablanca, Algeria achieved a significant milestone by securing their first-ever spot in the FIFA Women's World Cup. This was accomplished with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, who had to play with ten players following the red card to Nassira Ouedraogo in the 41st minute.
Ines Khiri and Amira Ould Braham scored second-half goals, enabling Algeria to overturn Ivory Coast's early lead, which was set by Ines Konan. Ivory Coast also had a penalty miss by Rebecca Elah during the second half, further solidifying Algeria's advantage. Teams that advance to the semifinals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations will automatically qualify for the upcoming 2027 World Cup in Brazil, which is set to run from June 24 to July 25.
Despite their elimination, Ivory Coast still holds the potential to qualify for the World Cup. They will face the loser of the upcoming quarterfinal clash between Ghana and Malawi next Thursday, with the winner securing a spot in the intercontinental playoff, which offers three additional World Cup berths.
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