{
  "id": 333884,
  "title": "Fennecs fight back to reach last-four",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/09/fennecs-fight-back-to-reach-last-four",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-09T02:16:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/fennecs-fight-back-to-reach-last-four/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ivory Coast's Women's Africa Cup of Nations journey came to an end after they were defeated 2-1 by Algeria in a thrilling quarter-final match in Casablanca on Saturday. The Elephants took an early lead in the 29th minute through Inès Konan, but Algeria equalized with a goal from A. Braham in the 64th minute, courtesy of a set-up by M. Dafeur. The match saw Ivory Coast reduced to 10 players after N. Ouédraogo was sent off in the 42nd minute. Despite taking a late lead, Ivory Coast failed to capitalize on the opportunity, with R. Elloh missing a penalty kick in the 62nd minute. Algeria, buoyed by their impressive run in the tournament, will now face the semi-finals in their quest for a maiden WAFCON title.",
  "summary": "Algeria secured their spot in the WAFCON semi-finals after a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against Ivory Coast. Read about the Fennecs’ impressive win. Read More: https://punchng.com/fennecs-fight-back-to-reach-last-four/",
  "key_points": [
    "Ivory Coast defeated by Algeria 2-1 in Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final",
    "N. Ouédraogo sent off for Ivory Coast in 42nd minute",
    "Algeria advances to semi-finals for maiden WAFCON title"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Algeria's win over Ivory Coast propels them into the semi-finals, where they will pursue their first WAFCON title, marking a significant step in their impressive tournament run.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}