Morocco's women's national football team, the Atlas Lionesses, are set to face Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 21:00 local time. The match follows Morocco's dominant 4-0 victory over Kenya in the group stage, which secured their place in the knockout round.
According to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the tournament is being hosted by Morocco, marking the second consecutive edition held in the country. The Atlas Lionesses, runners-up in the 2022 edition, are aiming to advance further this year. Algeria advanced from Group B after finishing second behind Senegal.
This North African derby is expected to draw significant attention, with both teams seeking a spot in the semi-finals. The winner will face either South Africa or Tunisia in the next round. Morocco's squad includes key players such as captain Ghizlane Chebbak and forward Rosella Ayane, who have been instrumental in their campaign.
