WAFCON 2026: Morocco, South Africa Headline Quarterfinal Action
The WAFCON 2026 tournament reaches the quarterfinal stage, with Morocco facing South Africa and Ivory Coast playing Algeria. Winners of these matches will secure automatic qualification for the upcoming Women's World Cup in Brazil.
Why it matters
The tournament serves as a critical qualifier for the World Cup, highlighting the growth and competitive stakes of women's football in Africa.
<p>C te d'Ivoire face Algeria at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca before hosts Morocco take on South Africa in Rabat.</p>
<p>The winners will book semifinal places and automatic World Cup tickets, while the losers will enter the playoff route for another chance to reach Brazil.</p>
<p>C te d'Ivoire topped Group B after collecting seven points from three matches, including a 2-1 victory over Tanzania in their final group game.</p>
<p>Algeria finished second in Group A behind hosts Morocco and will hope their defensive organisation can frustrate the Ivorians.</p>
<p>The match gives both nations an opportunity to reach the semifinals and move within one victory of a place in the WAFCON final.</p>
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