Football
Algeria qualifies for the semi-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations
Algeria defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, achieving a historic milestone and securing a spot in the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
On Saturday, August 8, 2023, Algeria achieved a historic victory by beating Ivory Coast 2-1 in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. This win marks the first time the Algerian team has qualified for the semi-finals of the competition.
The match unfolded in a tense atmosphere, with Ivory Coast playing with ten players after one of their players was sent off. Despite this setback, Algeria capitalized on their opportunities, executing a decisive turnaround that affected the final score.
In addition to their semi-final qualification, Algeria also secured a spot in the 2027 Women's World Cup to be held in Brazil, a remarkable double feat according to several sources.
Members of the team, coached by Marine Dafeur, expressed their joy after the victory, highlighting the significance of this achievement for women's football in Algeria.
Meanwhile, Morocco also qualified for the semi-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations by defeating South Africa 2-1 in the same round, thereby earning their ticket for the 2027 World Cup.
The eliminated teams, namely Ivory Coast and South Africa, will have to go through intercontinental playoffs to hope for a place in the Women's World Cup.