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Egypt vs Senegal: AFCON semifinal – team news, start time and lineups

Egypt vs Senegal: AFCON semifinal – team news, start time and lineups

Summary

Egypt will play Senegal in the Africa Cup of Nations semifinal at the Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier, Morocco, on Wednesday at 6 PM (17:00 GMT). Egypt aims to win its eighth AFCON title, while Senegal, featuring star players like Sadio Mane, is also a strong contender. The winner will proceed to the final against the winner of the Nigeria vs. Morocco match.

Key Facts

  • The match between Egypt and Senegal is an AFCON semifinal.
  • The game will take place at Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier, Morocco.
  • The match will begin at 6 PM local time (17:00 GMT) on Wednesday.
  • Mohamed Salah leads the Egyptian team with four goals in the tournament.
  • Senegal is ranked as Africa’s second best team and has players like Sadio Mane.
  • Senegal finished first in Group D, while Egypt topped Group B during the group stages.
  • The winner will play either Nigeria or Morocco in the AFCON final.
  • Egypt has won AFCON seven times, while Senegal is looking for its first title.

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