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WAFCON: Morocco moves on to final, set to face off against Nigeria

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Goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi blocked Comfort Yeboah's attempt and host Morocco advanced to the championship of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations on a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw with Ghana.

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  • Morocco's women's team reached the WAFCON final after a penalty shoot-out win over Ghana. 10s
  • The match ended in a draw after overtime before Morocco won 4-2 on penalties. 19s
  • Morocco will face Nigeria, who defeated South Africa 2-1, in the final. 29s
  • This final is a repeat of last year's semi-final, which Morocco won. 52s
  • Nigeria enters the final as favourites due to their experience and record. 1m 3s
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