In the opening match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (CAN FΓ©minine), Algeria defeated Morocco 2-0 on July 26, 2026. The match, held at a venue in Morocco, saw the Algerian team secure a strong start in Group A.
According to official match reports, Algeria's goals were scored by two different players in the first half. The victory gives Algeria an early lead in the group standings, while Morocco faces an uphill battle to advance to the knockout stages.
The tournament, which runs from July 26 to August 19, 2026, features 12 teams competing for the continental title. This result marks a significant upset, as Morocco entered the match as one of the favorites following their strong performance in the 2022 edition.
