Ghana’s Black Queens are through to the semifinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and will face hosts Morocco in a highly anticipated showdown.
The Queens advanced following a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Algeria in their quarterfinal tie on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the Stade Municipal de Berkane.
The match ended in a goalless draw after 120 minutes of play, forcing the contest into a penalty shootout.
Ghana triumphed 4-2 in the shootout, with goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan emerging as the hero of the night after making two crucial saves to send her side into the last four.
This marks Ghana’s return to the WAFCON semifinals for the first time since 2018.
Morocco, meanwhile, booked their spot with a convincing 3-1 win over Mali in their quarterfinal encounter on Friday, July 18, at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat.
The semifinal clash between Ghana and Morocco is set for Tuesday, July 22, at the same Rabat venue, with a place in the final on the line.
The upcoming clash will be a stern test for Ghana, who are chasing their first WAFCON final appearance since 2006.
