Algeria claims first WAFCON medal after shootout win over hosts Morocco
Algeria secured a podium finish for the first time in their history of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after overcoming hosts Morocco 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time in Rabat. After a disappointing loss to Malawi in the semi-finals, Algeria bow out of the competition with … The post Algeria claims first WAFCON medal after shootout win over…
Algeria achieved a historic bronze medal finish at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after triumphing over hosts Morocco 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time. This marked the nation's first podium appearance in the tournament's history. The match saw Morocco dominate early on, scoring through Kautar Azraf in the 17th minute.
Morocco then extended their lead in the 18th minute, only for Algeria to regain parity in the 63rd minute. With the game tied, both squads pressed for a winner. Algeria's Melissa Bethi delivered a precise pass to Lina Boussaha, who converted the decisive penalty in the shootout to secure the victory. This marked the second encounter between the two teams, with Morocco previouly winning in the group stages.
Morocco ended the tournament in fourth place after a strong campaign at home, while Algeria concluded their participation on a high note, earning their first-ever bronze medal.
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