"Egypt arrived at the tournament aiming to lift a record-extending eighth AFCON title, and while performances were inconsistent at times, Hossam Hassan's side showed good progress in the knockout rounds. That progress was halted by Senegal in the semi-finals. A tight contest appeared destined for extra time before Sadio Mane struck in the 78th minute, leaving the Pharaohs unable to find a response."
"Egypt will be without Hossam Abdelmaguid, who is suspended after accumulating yellow cards, while Mohamed Hamdy remains sidelined with a serious knee injury sustained earlier in the tournament. Mohamed Salah is Egypt's leading scorer at the finals with four goals, but the Liverpool forward may be rested, placing greater responsibility on Omar Marmoush, Mostafa Mohamed and Trezeguet in the final third. Nigeria are without Calvin Bassey due to suspension, while Cyriel Dessers is sidelined with a thigh injury."
Egypt and Nigeria meet in Casablanca for the AFCON 2025 third-place playoff after semi-final defeats. Egypt lost 1-0 to Senegal when Sadio Mane scored in the 78th minute, halting their knockout progress. Nigeria were beaten by Morocco on penalties after a goalless 90 minutes, ending their unbeaten run. Egypt will miss Hossam Abdelmaguid (suspension) and Mohamed Hamdy (knee injury); Mohamed Salah has four goals but may be rested. Nigeria lack Calvin Bassey (suspension) and Cyriel Dessers (thigh injury); Wilfred Ndidi returns and Victor Osimhen is doubtful with an ankle issue.
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