Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah delivered a man-of-the-match performance as Egypt defeated Ivory Coast 3–2 on Saturday evening to book a place in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations. The Pharaohs produced a thrilling display in the quarterfinal clash, edging past the Ivorians in a tightly contested encounter to continue their pursuit of continental glory. Salah played a decisive role in Egypt’s victory, first providing the assist for the team’s second goal before sealing the win with a composed finish to score Egypt’s third. His influence and leadership throughout the game earned him the Man of the Match award. The Liverpool star was a constant threat to the Ivory Coast defence, using his pace, creativity, and finishing ability to turn the game in Egypt’s favour when it mattered most. With the victory, Egypt advance to the semifinals, where they will face reigning champions Senegal in what is expected to be one of the tournament’s biggest clashes. The match is scheduled for next Wednesday at the Ibn Battuta Stadium. Egypt will be hoping Salah can once again lead from the front as they look to secure a place in the Africa Cup of Nations final.
Salah Shines as Egypt Beat Ivory Coast to Reach AFCON Semifinals
