Morocco just fall short but offer template for future women's Cup of Nations

Morocco, who had not appeared at the women's Africa Cup of Nations for more than 20 years, reached their first final at the competition. AP - STR

In the 22 years since their last participation, Morocco have clearly stored up heaps of luck among the football gods.

The hosts of the 2022 women's Africa Cup of Nations didn't need much of it during the group stages where they beat Burkina Faso, Uganda and Senegal.