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* Nwabali classically saved two penalties from Egypt stars Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush that earned him Match of the Match award * As Nigeria strengthened their unique legacy in AfCON history extending perfect bronze-medal record at 9 titles Maravi Express Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged hero for Nigeria as the Super Eagles secured the bronze medal at the Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Morocco 2025, following a 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Egypt in Casablanca. The game had to…

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* Overall, Nigeria and Egypt have met 20 times with Nigeria winning eight, Egypt six and six ending in draws * Of their nine AfCON meetings, eight have come in the group stages and the Super Eagles have won two of their most recent AfCON-related meetings * Prior to Egypt’s latest victory, a friendly in March 2019 and the 2021 AfCON group match, both by 1–0 scorelines Maravi Express Nigeria will bid for a 9th Africa Cup of Nations…

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* But their 32nd overall in which Senegal have six wins to Morocco’s 18, with seven draws in qualifies of the FIFA World Cup and AfCON finals in the past * Their most recent meeting was at the 2024 edition of CHAN on August 26, 2025 where Morocco deposed defending champions Senegal in the semifinals Maravi Express Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Morocco 2025 final will be the first meeting between Morocco and Senegal at the continent’s greatest…

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* 2025 host nation Morocco have reached the final in successive editions for the first time since 2004 and 2006, when Tunisia and Egypt both reached the final and won the tournament * The last host nation to lose in the final was Nigeria in 2000, losing on penalties to Cameroon after a 2-2 draw * Victory for Morocco would see host nations win back-to-back AfCON titles for the first time since 2004 and 2006, when Tunisia and Egypt…

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* The landmark figure surpasses the previous record of 102 goals set at the 2019 tournament in Egypt and underlines the attacking intent, technical quality and growing confidence of teams across the continent * Morocco’s Brahim Diaz leads the scoring charts with five goals, closely followed by superstars, Egypt’s Mohammed Salah and Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen four apiece, who both are involved in the third-place playoff Maravi Express The Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Morocco 2025 has rewritten the competition’s…

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* It’s tough group but inspiring — it presents a true test of Scorchers’ character. We have the defending champions in our group, so we need to analyse all our opponents thoroughly—coach Lovemore Fazili * International media focus on the clash between Nigeria and Zambia as the headline fixture that will renew the two sides hostilities * The Super Falcons, chasing an unprecedented 11th crown, demolished Zambia en-route to their title in last edition also hosted by Morocco Analysis…

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* But the players showed a strong mental response and fought for every ball. Losing on penalties is very painful * As Morocco through to first AfCON final in 21 years while Sadio Mané is the hero when Senegal edged Egypt * From the start, we did it together. We avoided making individual errors or committing unnecessary fouls—Mané Maravi Express Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou emerged the hero as hosts Morocco booked their place in the final of the Africa Cup…

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* Their most recent AfCON meeting came in the 2021 final in Yaoundé, a night that delivered contrasting emotions * Senegal claimed their first-ever continental title, while Egypt were left heartbroken once more, falling short in their pursuit of an elusive eighth crown since their last triumph in 2010 * We approach this semi-final with great respect for our opponent, but also with great preparation — we are mentally ready—Egypt coach Hossam Hassan * Egyptian side, arguably the most…

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* Two continental heavyweights will clash in a signature African fixture, one that promises to draw attention worldwide * The hosts under pressure, and an entertaining Nigeria side seeking to cause upsets in a chase for a spot in Sunday’s final * We are ready for every scenario. We will give everything and approach every match as if it were our last—Nigeria coach Éric Chelle * When you coach the Moroccan national team, every result is scrutinized; this is…

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* Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi; Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman & Victor Osimhen; Senegal’s Sadio Mané and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah * Their presence alone elevates the spectacle, but their influence on the pitch has been even more decisive * Between them, they have driven goals, assists, leadership and momentum, shaping matches and carrying expectations for their nations Maravi Express The Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Morocco 2025 narrows to four contenders and in it are five former African Player of the Year…

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