Egypt and Nigeria Advance in thrilling Africa Cup of Nations Matches
The Africa Cup of Nations delivered a pair of compelling contests on Monday, showcasing both dramatic late goals and dominant performances.You witnessed Egypt narrowly escape a potential upset against Benin, while Nigeria emphatically asserted their dominance over Mozambique. Let’s dive into the details of these exciting matches.
Egypt Survives Benin Scare in Extra Time Thriller
Egypt secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Benin in the Round of 16, but it required a moment of brilliance from their star player in extra time. initially,the Pharaohs appeared to be cruising after taking the lead in the 69th minute through Marwan Attia.
though, Benin demonstrated resilience, leveling the score in the 83rd minute wiht a goal from Jodel Dossou following a rebound. This forced the game into extra time, where the tension continued to build.
Yasser Ibrahim then put Egypt ahead again in the seventh minute of extra time with a well-placed looping header. Mohamed Salah sealed the win with a stunning strike in the dying moments of the match, marking his third goal of the tournament.
Egypt’s coach, Hossam Hassan, acknowledged the challenge posed by Benin, stating they were a “tough opponent.” The Pharaohs will now remain in Agadir for their quarterfinal clash,awaiting the winner of Tuesday’s match between Burkina Faso and defending champions Ivory Coast.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Soar to Victory
nigeria delivered a commanding performance, routing Mozambique 4-0 in Fez. victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman were the stars of the show, orchestrating a dominant display of attacking football.
Ademola Lookman opened the scoring in the 20th minute, expertly set up by Akor Adams. Shortly after,in the 25th minute,Victor Osimhen found the back of the net,again assisted by Adams,albeit with a slight deflection on the cross.
Any hopes of a Mozambique comeback were quickly extinguished after the break. Lookman continued his influential performance, assisting Osimhen for his second goal. He then turned provider once more, setting up Adams to complete the rout in the 75th minute.
The Super Eagles will now face either Algeria or DR Congo in the quarterfinals. This promises to be another exciting encounter as they continue their pursuit of the title.
Quarterfinal Schedule: What to Expect
Here’s a look at the upcoming quarterfinal fixtures:
* Friday:
* Mali vs.Senegal
* Morocco vs. Cameroon
* saturday:
* Egypt vs. (Burkina Faso or Ivory Coast)
* Upcoming Tuesday Matches (determining remaining quarterfinalists):
* Algeria vs. DR Congo
* Côte d’Ivoire vs. Burkina Faso
These matches are poised to deliver more drama and excitement as the tournament progresses. you can expect fierce competition and captivating football as teams battle for a place in the semifinals.
This tournament is showcasing the remarkable talent and passion for football across the African continent. Stay tuned for further updates and analysis as the Africa Cup of Nations unfolds!
