Date Published: Friday, November 22, 2024
Category: Sports
The Algerian women’s national football team faces a challenging journey in the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (AWCON), as they are drawn into Group B alongside powerhouse Nigeria, regional rivals Tunisia, and Botswana. The draw, conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Friday evening, has set the stage for an exciting competition.
Tournament Details
The 13th edition of AWCON will take place from July 5 to July 26, 2025, featuring 12 teams divided into three groups based on FIFA rankings.
Group Stage Draw
The draw produced the following groups:
- Group A
- Morocco
- Senegal
- Zambia
- DR Congo
- Group B
- Nigeria
- Botswana
- Algeria
- Tunisia
- Group C
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Mali
- Ghana
A Test of Strength for Algeria
Group B is widely regarded as one of the most competitive. Nigeria, a dominant force in African women’s football with multiple AWCON titles, will be a formidable opponent. Meanwhile, Algeria will face a familiar challenge in Tunisia, a North African rival with a growing presence in women’s football. Botswana, while considered an underdog, has shown resilience in recent competitions, making this group unpredictable.
Looking Ahead
Algeria’s national team will need to prepare rigorously to secure qualification for the knockout stages. Their performance in this group will also serve as a barometer of their progress in international women’s football.
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Author: Nor-Eleslam
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