Malawi’s women’s national team defeated Algeria 3-1 on Wednesday in Rabat to reach the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in their history, driven by standout performances from sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga. In the tournament’s other semifinal, hosts Morocco were knocked out by Cameroon on penalties at Moulay Hassan Stadium, missing their chance to reach the final.
How did Malawi book their spot in the final?
Malawi overcame Algeria 3-1 in Rabat, with the Chawinga sisters at the heart of their attacking display. The result marks a landmark achievement for Malawian women’s football, as the team is competing in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the very first time and has already surpassed expectations by advancing all the way to the championship match.
A historic run for Malawian women’s football, powered by two sisters shining on the continent’s biggest stage.
Why did Morocco fail to reach the final?
Morocco were eliminated after their semifinal against Cameroon ended in a penalty shootout defeat at Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat. Despite home advantage and the backing of their supporters, the Moroccan side could not convert their opportunity into a place in the final, handing Cameroon the ticket to the title decider instead.
What does this mean for the tournament’s final?
With Malawi’s stunning progress and Morocco’s exit, the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final will now feature Malawi against Cameroon, setting up a contest between a debutant nation chasing history and a side that eliminated the host country on penalties.
