Malawi continued their fairy tale run at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, reaching the final after sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga shared three goals in a 3-1 semi-final win over Algeria.
Key facts
- Malawi beat Algeria 3-1 in the Wafcon 2026 semi-final.
- Sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga shared the three goals.
- The win sends Malawi through to the tournament final.
- The result continues Malawi's fairy tale run at the competition.
Malawi have booked their place in the final of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after a 3-1 semi-final victory over Algeria, according to the BBC.
At the heart of the win were sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, who between them accounted for all three of Malawi’s goals in the match.
The BBC described the result as the continuation of Malawi’s fairy tale run at the tournament, underlining the significance of their progress to the showpiece fixture.
The 3-1 scoreline saw Malawi overcome Algeria to secure their spot in the final, capping a memorable semi-final performance from the Chawinga siblings.
With the sisters combining to fire their side through, Malawi now await their opponents in the final of the continental championship.
Why it matters
Reaching a Wafcon final is a landmark achievement for Malawi and a major moment for women's football in the country. The Chawinga sisters' decisive contribution highlights the growing profile of African women's football on the continental stage.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score in the Malawi v Algeria semi-final?
Malawi beat Algeria 3-1 in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, according to the BBC.
Who scored for Malawi?
Sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga shared the three goals in the win, according to the BBC.
What does the result mean for Malawi?
The victory sends Malawi through to the final of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, continuing what the BBC called their fairy tale run.