Ghana’s Black Queens are through to the semi-finals of the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a nail-biting penalty shootout victory over Algeria.
After 120 minutes of goalless football, the quarterfinal clash was decided from the spot, with the Queens triumphing 4–2 on penalties.
The hero of the night was Ghana’s goalkeeper, Cynthia Konlan, who pulled off two brilliant saves during the shootout to keep Ghana’s dreams alive. Her calm presence and quick reflexes proved decisive in a tense finish that had fans on edge.
The match was a gritty contest with both sides creating chances but failing to break the deadlock in regulation and extra time. Algeria showed resilience throughout, but it was Ghana’s nerve and composure that won the day.
With this hard-fought victory, the Black Queens have now secured a semi-final showdown with host nation Morocco, a match that promises fireworks and high stakes.
This marks the Black Queens’ first semi-final appearance since 2018, reigniting hopes of a historic title run. The team is now just two matches away from lifting the continental trophy and cementing their return to the top of African women’s football.
