The curtain fell on a gripping night in Agadir with Egypt surviving a fierce challenge from Côte d’Ivoire to claim a 3–2 victory and book their ticket to the semi-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, bringing the defending champions’ journey to a dramatic halt.
In a contest decided by nerve and precision, the Pharaohs leaned on their vast tournament pedigree, staying calm in the decisive moments against an Ivorian side that refused to surrender their title without a fight. Every goal shifted the momentum, every mistake carried weight, and in the end Egypt’s experience proved the difference.
The result completes the last-four line-up and sets the stage for two high-voltage showdowns. Egypt will lock horns with Senegal on Wednesday in a clash of continental heavyweights, while the hosts Morocco prepare for a blockbuster semi-final against Nigeria under the floodlights.
With the quarter-final chapter now closed, the tournament marches on after another night of intensity, drama and unforgettable moments.
The stage is set for the semi-finals, where the stakes rise even higher and the road to the trophy narrows to four. Egypt will now play Senegal in the semifinals on Wednesday
What a game! That was an incredible performance from Egypt, really exciting to see how the semi-final picture is starting to come together.