Senegal defeat Egypt in AFCON clash to reach the final

By Tahani Elghazaly
Published January 14, 2026

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Senegal defeated Egypt on Wednesday in a highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations match, securing their place in the tournament’s final after a closely contested encounter.

The match was marked by strong physical play and tactical discipline from both sides, with Senegal capitalizing on key moments to claim victory, while Egypt struggled to convert their chances.

Despite the loss, Egypt showed resilience during several phases of the game, but Senegal’s efficiency proved decisive in determining the outcome of the match.

Senegal will now advance to the final, while Egypt turns their focus to upcoming fixtures as the tournament progresses.