Cameroon's women's national team secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Morocco in the semifinal of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Wednesday, booking their place in the final for the first time since 2014. The match, held at a packed stadium in Rabat, saw Cameroon come from behind to seal a memorable win.
Morocco took an early lead through a well-taken goal in the 15th minute, but Cameroon responded with two goals in the second half to turn the tie around. The equalizer came from a powerful header off a corner, and the winner was scored from a swift counter-attack in the 78th minute, sending the Cameroonian bench and fans into raptures.
The victory extends Cameroon's remarkable run in the tournament, having finished as runners-up in 2014 and 2016. They will now face either South Africa or Nigeria in the final, scheduled for August 17, 2026, at the same venue. The Indomitable Lionesses are aiming to win their first continental title.
Morocco, who were finalists in 2022, will play in the third-place playoff. The result also means Cameroon qualifies for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, as the top three teams from the WAFCON earn automatic berths.
