Algeria Reach WAFCON Semi-Finals, World Cup After Comeback Against Ivory Coast
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Algeria came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in Casablanca on Saturday and reach, for the first time, the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-finals and the World Cup.
Algeria struck twice within six minutes just before and after the hour mark through substitutes Ines Khiri and Amira Braham to turn the match in favour of the north Africans.
Between the Algerian goals, Ivory Coast squandered a chance to regain the lead when Rebecca Elloh struck the post from a penalty.
Algeria will face giant killers Malawi or Ghana, who meet on Sunday, in the WAFCON semi-finals. The draw for the 32-nation World Cup in Brazil is set for next year.
The red-carding of 18-year-old Ouedraogo, for kicking Algeria goalkeeper Chloe N’Gazi in the face, proved pivotal as her team lost the ascendancy they established during the opening half.
After barely threatening to score during the first 45 minutes, Algeria took control after the break and created numerous chances.
AFP
