Why is CAF investigating Algeria at WAFCON 2024?
Tunisia, reeling from a heavy 0-3 defeat to Nigeria in its opener, showed greater attacking intent throughout the match. Algeria, buoyed by a narrow win over Botswana in its first game, remained defensively compact to preserve a point.
However, the result has been placed under review as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into alleged misconduct by the Algerian women's team.
What is the controversy surrounding the Algerian women's team?
CAF has initiated a probe into the conduct of the Algerian team during the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, citing possible breaches of its statutes and regulations.
In a brief official statement, CAF said the investigation was related to incidents involving host nation Morocco but did not disclose specifics. 'No further comments will be made until the investigation process is concluded,' it added.
How is Algeria involved in the WAFCON controversy?
According to media reports from Rabat, Algeria has adopted a 'soft boycott' of the tournament hosted by Morocco for a second consecutive edition. The Algerian Football Federation reportedly omitted Morocco from its official communications, and the team did not participate in the pre-tournament group photograph involving all teams.
Impact on the points table
As things stand, Algeria is second in the group with four points and remains unbeaten, with a decisive clash against Nigeria up next. Tunisia, meanwhile, sits third with one point and must beat Botswana to stay in contention for a historic first-ever WAFCON quarterfinal appearance.
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