Algeria’s women’s national team secured a strong start to the 2026 CAN tournament with a 2-0 victory over Senegal on Sunday, July 26th. The match, played at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, marked the first group stage game for both teams. Algeria’s goals came from Marine Dafeur, converting a penalty in the 42nd minute, and Melissa Bethi, who scored in the 88th minute. This win sets a positive tone for Algeria as they prepare for their next challenging match against host nation Morocco. The victory demonstrates Algeria’s ambition in the competition. The team hopes to build on this momentum throughout the tournament. This result positions Algeria favorably within Group A.