Salah Strikes as Egypt Dethrones Ivory Coast in Thrilling AFCON 2025 Quarterfinal
Egypt defeated Ivory Coast 3-2 in the AFCON 2025 quarterfinals thanks to a crucial goal from Mohamed Salah. Nigeria also advanced by beating Algeria 2-0.
The defending champions are out. Egypt's 'Pharaoh', Mohamed Salah, delivered a masterclass to send his team into the semifinals. On January 10, 2026, Egypt edged past Ivory Coast with a 3-2 victory in a high-stakes AFCON 2025 quarterfinal clash in Agadir.
Egypt vs Ivory Coast AFCON 2025 Quarterfinals: Match Breakdown
According to Reuters, the Pharaohs wasted no time, taking the lead just 4 minutes in through Omar Marmoush. The pressure didn't stop there. Ramy Rabia doubled the advantage in the 32nd minute with a clinical header. While Ivory Coast managed to pull one back before the break, the second half belonged to the Liverpool superstar.
Salah's goal in the 52nd minute provided the cushion Egypt desperately needed. Despite a late scare when Guela Doue scored in the 73rd minute to make it 3-2, the Ivorian comeback fell short. Egypt now sets up a titanic semifinal clash with Senegal in Tangier this Wednesday.
Nigeria Eyes First Title Since 2013
In the earlier kickoff, Nigeria secured their spot in the final four by defeating Algeria 2-0. The Super Eagles are on a mission to reclaim glory for the first time in 13 years. They'll face the hosts, Morocco, in what promises to be an electric atmosphere in the next round.
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