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Egypt Surpasses Nigeria, Sets New AFCON Record After Win Vs Morocco

The Pharaohs of Egypt came from behind to earn a dramatic 2-1 win against Morocco after extra-time , in Sunday’s quarter-final tie at the AFCON 2021.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah inspired the seven-time African champions to the win after scoring and providing the assist for the winner.

Following the last win the Pharaohs now hold the record for the most semi-final appearances ever made.

They surpasses Nigeria to reach the semi-finals of the AFCON for the 16th time in its history.

READ ALSO: Egypt Were Brave In Win Against Morocco – Salah

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They will now meet hosts the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon in the semi-final on Thursday.

This is Egypt’s first semi-final appearance since the 2017 edition.

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