Afcon breaking news
Here are some breaking news updates from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON):
Latest Updates:
- Senegal vs. Egypt: The Lions of Teranga have taken the lead in the AFCON final with a goal from Sadio Mané in the 70th minute. The Pharaohs are pushing for an equalizer, but the Senegalese defense is holding strong. (90+2')
- AFCON Final Attendance Record: The attendance record for the AFCON final has been broken, with over 50,000 fans packing the Olembe Stadium in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
- Injury Concerns: Egyptian star Mohamed Salah has been substituted off the field with an injury, leaving his team with a significant blow in the final minutes of the game.
- Senegal's First AFCON Title: If Senegal wins this game, they will become the first team from West Africa to win the AFCON title since Nigeria in 1994.
- Egypt's Quest for a Record: Egypt is seeking to win their eighth AFCON title, which would be a record for the tournament.
Previous Updates:
- Senegal Takes the Lead: Sadio Mané has given Senegal the lead in the 70th minute with a stunning goal from outside the box. The Pharaohs are pushing for an equalizer, but the Senegalese defense is holding strong.
- Egypt's Best Chance: Egypt's best chance to score came in the 65th minute when Mohamed Salah had a one-on-one opportunity with the Senegalese goalkeeper, but his shot was saved.
- Senegal's Dominance: Senegal has been dominating the game, with 60% possession and 12 shots on goal compared to Egypt's 4 shots on goal.
- AFCON Final History: This is the 34th edition of the AFCON, and it's the first time that Senegal and Egypt have met in the final.
- Cameroon's Pride: The AFCON final is being played at the Olembe Stadium in Yaoundé, Cameroon, and the host nation is proud to be hosting the tournament for the first time since 1972.
Stay tuned for more updates from the AFCON final!