
The Digest:
The semi-final pairings for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been set following the conclusion of a dramatic quarter-final round. Hosts Morocco will clash with Nigeria, while Egypt secured the final spot with a 3-2 victory over defending champions Ivory Coast, setting up a showdown with Senegal.
Key Points:
- The AFCON 2025 semi-finals are now confirmed following the quarter-final results.
- Nigeria will face tournament hosts Morocco in the first semi-final.
- Egypt booked their place with a 3-2 win over defending champions Ivory Coast.
- Mohamed Salah scored a key goal for Egypt in their quarter-final victory.
- Egypt will now play Senegal in the other semi-final matchup.
- The semi-finals will determine the two teams that advance to the tournament final.
- The winners will compete for the AFCON trophy, while the losers will contest the third-place match.
- The stage is set for two high-stakes clashes between African football powerhouses.
Sources: Goal, Post Match Reports