Algeria Claims Bronze at WAFCON 2026, Defeats Morocco

Algeria achieved a historic podium finish at the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 by defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time on [exact date not provided] in Rabat. After losing to Malawi in the semi-finals, Algeria secured the bronze medal, marking their first-ever podium finish in the tournament's history.

The match saw Morocco take the lead in the 26th minute through Kautar Azraf, who scored with a left-footed shot. Algeria equalized in the 83rd minute when Lina Boussaha converted a through ball from Melissa Bethi.

The match proceeded to penalties, where Algeria triumphed with Ines Belloumou scoring the decisive penalty. Morocco finished fourth after a commendable performance on home soil.