This thrilling quarterfinal clash saw Algeria overturn a 1-0 deficit to advance to the final four of the tournament. The Ivorians struck first through Inès Konan in the 30th minute, but Algeria found themselves in a man-down situation just 12 minutes later when Safi N’Sira Ouedraogo received a straight red card for a dangerous challenge on Algerian goalkeeper Chloé N’Gazi.

The Greens rallied after the break, with Inès Khiri equalizing in the 58th minute following her introduction as a substitute six minutes prior. Côte d’Ivoire nearly restored their lead from the penalty spot when Rebecca Elloh’s attempt cannoned off the post in the 62nd minute. Algeria capitalized on defensive lapses to score the winner through Amira Ould Braham in the 64th minute, courtesy of an uncharacteristic error by Ivorian custodian Aramatou Diakité.

The victory marks a watershed moment for Algerian women’s football, as the team—coached by Farid Benstiti—joins an exclusive club of semifinalists for the first time. Their path to Brazil 2027 is now secured, setting up a semifinal showdown with the winner of the Malawi-Ghana quarterfinal clash.