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Egypt has become the fifth nation to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Pharaohs needed extra time to defeat the Benin Republic on Monday night.
After a scoreless first half, they took the lead with a goal from Marwan Attia in the second half.
However, Attia’s brilliant effort was equalized by Jodel Dossou late in the game.
During extra time, Egypt scored twice, with goals from Yasser Ibrahim and Mohamed Salah, securing their spot in the final eight for the 21st time in history.
They will face either Ivory Coast or Burkina Faso in the next round.
The other teams advancing to the quarter-finals include Morocco, Mali, Cameroon, and Senegal.
FAQs
Which teams have qualified for the quarter-finals?
The teams that have qualified for the quarter-finals are Egypt, Morocco, Mali, Cameroon, Senegal, and either Ivory Coast or Burkina Faso.
When will Egypt's next match take place?
Egypt's next match will take place after the completion of the matches between Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso, which will determine their opponent in the quarter-finals.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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