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2026 Women's AFCON: Algeria Wins Bronze; Final Set

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The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco, concluded with Algeria securing a historic bronze medal. Following a 1-3 semi-final loss to Malawi, Algeria ~~competed in a third-place playoff against~~ defeated hosts Morocco 3-2 on penalties in ~~Rabat. After~~ the ~~match ended in~~ third-place playoff after a 1-1 draw ~~during regulation time—featuring a goal from Morocco’s Kautar Azraf and an equalizer from Algeria’s Lina Boussaha~~ in ~~the 83rd minute—Algeria won 3-2 on penalties.~~ regulation time. Goalkeeper Chloe N’Gazin was the decisive factor, saving two penalties in the shootout. ~~While Algeria celebrates its first WAFCON bronze,~~ The host nation’s team, the ~~Moroccan team faces~~ ‘Atlas Lionesses’, finished the tournament in fourth place. Their campaign included a semi-final elimination by Cameroon on penalties and the subsequent loss to Algeria. This performance has intensified scrutiny regarding ~~coaching decisions following their exit. In Cameroon, officials have addressed discussions regarding player bonuses, clarifying that participation funds have been distributed~~ the tenure of Spanish coach Jorge Vilda, who was appointed in October 2023. Despite significant investment from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, the team has struggled to maintain the ~~delegation.~~ upward trajectory seen under previous management. The tournament moves toward its final between Cameroon and tournament debutants Malawi. ~~Cameroon, supported~~ Egyptian referee Shahinda El-Maghraby has been selected by ~~goalkeeper Michaely Bihina,~~ the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to officiate the match in Rabat. Cameroon aims for its first title since ~~2016.~~ 2016, while Malawi enters the final as a surprise contender, led by ~~the attacking duo of~~ sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, having already secured qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

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