Black Queens Reach WAFCON Semifinals for First Time Since 2016 After Penalty Shootout Victory Over Algeria

 

Ghana’s women’s national football team, the Black Queens, is receiving widespread praise after securing a historic spot in the semifinals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for the first time since 2016.

The Black Queens triumphed over Algeria 4-2 in a tense penalty shootout, following a goalless draw after extra time in tonight’s quarterfinal clash.

With this result, Algeria bows out of the tournament, while the Black Queens advance to the semifinals, where they will face host nation Morocco—who defeated Mali 3-1 on Friday. The crucial semifinal match is set to take place on Tuesday in Rabat.

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