A dramatic clash unfolded in Agadir, Morocco on Saturday as Egypt overcame the defending champions, Ivory Coast, with a 3-2 victory in a thrilling quarter-final match of the 2025 CAN tournament.
The Pharaohs, boasting a record seven CAN titles, swiftly took control of the game. Goals from Omar marmoush in the 4th minute, Rami Rabia at the 32nd minute, and captain Mohamed Salah in the 52nd minute established a pleasant lead. Though, the Elephants, who previously secured three CAN titles, including a recent win in 2024, fought back with an own goal by Ahmed Fatouh in the 40th minute and a strike from Guéla Doué in the 73rd minute.
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