Algeria Women produced one of the early surprises of the 2025 CAF Women’s African Cup of Nations, coming from behind to defeat Cameroon Women 2-1 on October 24. The victory gave Algeria a crucial boost in their group-stage campaign and reminded the continent of their growing pedigree in women’s football.

Match Overview

Cameroon started brightly and took a deserved lead in the first half, using their physicality and pace to trouble the Algerian defense. The Indomitable Lionesses looked in control for much of the opening period, but Algeria refused to fold and began finding their rhythm as the half wore on.

The equalizer arrived shortly after the interval when a slick passing move carved open the Cameroon backline, allowing Algeria’s forward to slot home from close range. Energized by the goal, Algeria took the game to their opponents and grabbed the winner with a well-taken strike from the edge of the box. Cameroon pushed for an equalizer in the final minutes, but Algeria’s defense held firm to secure all three points.

Key Moments

• 31’: Cameroon break the deadlock with a powerful shot from inside the area after a goalmouth scramble.
• 55’: Algeria equalize through a clinical finish from their striker, who beats the keeper at her near post.
• 68’: The winning goal — a curling effort from distance that gives Cameroon’s goalkeeper no chance.

Standout Performers

Algeria’s central striker was the difference-maker, scoring the equalizer and providing the assist for the winner. In midfield, Algeria’s captain dictated the pace of the comeback, while defender who marshalled the backline in the closing stages deserves credit for keeping Cameroon at bay.

Tournament Impact

The result shakes up the group dynamic, with Algeria putting themselves in pole position alongside Ghana. For Cameroon, the loss is a setback but not fatal; the Indomitable Lionesses have the quality to bounce back in their next fixture. Algeria’s resilience, however, will worry the tournament favorites as the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations progresses.