WAFCON: Algeria beat Morocco on penalties to claim bronze
Algeria secured a historic bronze medal at the WAFCON 2026, defeating hosts Morocco on penalties. Discover how Algeria achieved their first-ever podium fin Read More: https://punchng.com/wafcon-algeria-beat-morocco-on-penalties-to-claim-bronze/
Algeria emerged victorious in the total 3-2 penalty shootout against hosts Morocco to claim the bronze medal at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026. The historic win marked Algeria’s first-ever podium finish in the competition’s history, providing a memorable end to their campaign following a 1-1 draw in regulation time against Morocco.
Morocco took an early lead in the 17th minute when Ibtissam Jraidi’s shot struck the crossbar. Kautar Azraf equalized for Morocco nine minutes later with a well-placed curling shot. Despite Jraidi’s missed opportunity in the 63rd minute, Algeria capitalized on a late flurry of attacks to secure the decisive penalty and claim their first WAFCON bronze medal. Morocco finished the tournament in fourth place after an impressive campaign on home soil.
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