Cameroon defeat Morocco to reach Women Africa Cup of Nations final

Cameroon have progressed to the final of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) following a victory over Morocco. The result ends the host nation's campaign and secures Cameroon’s opportunity to compete for the continental title after a match defined by defensive resilience and goalkeeping heroics.

The decisive moment of the encounter involved Cameroon’s goalkeeper, Michaely Bihina, whose performance prevented Morocco from advancing. According to BBC Africa, Bihina first maintained the deadlock during the period of play by saving a penalty awarded to Morocco in extra time. With neither side able to break the tie during active play, the semi-final moved to a penalty shootout to determine the winner.

In the subsequent shootout, Bihina continued her dominance by saving three additional spot kicks. Her efforts ensured that Cameroon overcame the home favorites, who had benefited from significant local support throughout the competition. The victory marks a significant achievement for the Cameroonian side as they prepare for the final stage of the biennial tournament.

Morocco’s exit represents a disappointment for the host country, which had hoped to utilize home-field advantage to secure their first Wafcon title. Cameroon now awaits their opponent for the final, having demonstrated the composure necessary to win under high-pressure knockout conditions. The 2026 Wafcon continues to serve as the premier competition for women's national football teams across the African continent.

Based on reporting by BBC Africa.