Algeria women clinch World Cup spot

In a tightly contested match in Yaoundé, the Algerian side overturned a first‑half deficit to win 2‑1, sealing qualification for the 2027 tournament in New Zealand.

The triumph ends a decades‑long absence of North African representation at the women’s global event.

Coach Aïssa Djamel praised the squad’s resilience and highlighted increased investment in women’s football by the Algerian Football Federation.

The win is expected to spur further grassroots development across the Maghreb.