Ghana Reach WAFCON Semi-Finals Beating Algeria on Penalties

Ghana's Black Queens advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a tense 4-2 penalty shootout victory against Algeria following a goalless draw through regular and extra time. Despite several promising moments, including a disallowed goal by Stella Nyamekye for offside, neither side managed to score in the 120 minutes of play. Goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan was instrumental in the shootout, saving two Algerian penalties, while Ghana converted all four of their attempts, with Evelyn Badu scoring the decisive penalty. The match showcased Ghana's resilience and discipline against a well-organized Algerian side that exited the tournament without conceding in regular time. Ghana will now face host nation Morocco in the semi-finals, continuing their first WAFCON semi-final appearance since 2016. The contest was marked by strong defensive efforts, missed chances, and a dramatic penalty decider.