Morocco beat Algeria to take control of their Women's AFCON group

Morocco's women's national football team defeated Algeria 1-0 in a hard-fought and closely contested group-stage clash at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, moving the Atlas Lionesses a step closer to a quarter-final berth.

The match's only goal came in the second half from Morocco captain Ghizlane Chebbak, who met a well-placed cross with a precise header to beat the Algerian goalkeeper, sparking wild celebrations among the Moroccan supporters.

Morocco dominated proceedings from the opening minutes, relying on a solid defensive structure and pace on the flanks, while Algeria searched for an equalizer through quick counter-attacks that were repeatedly denied by an alert Moroccan goalkeeper.

With the win, Morocco strengthens its position in the group and edges closer to the quarter-finals, with a chance to confirm qualification as early as the next matchday.