Mane Breaks Egypt Again as Senegal March Into Another AFCON Final
Good evening and what a powerful night of African football we’ve just witnessed. Senegal are heading back to the Africa Cup of Nations final and once again, it was Sadio Mane who made the difference.
In a tense semi-final against Egypt, Senegal edged it by a single goal to nil. It was tight, physical and emotionally charged from the opening whistle. These two teams know each other well and there is history here. Finals, heartbreak and redemption have followed this rivalry for years and tonight felt like another chapter written under heavy pressure.
For long stretches, Egypt looked comfortable sitting deep. They slowed the game, broke up Senegal’s rhythm and clearly had penalties in mind. Mohamed Salah worked hard, but space was limited and clear chances were rare. Senegal pushed, probed and stayed patient, even when frustration started to show.
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Then came the moment that changed everything. Late in the match, Sadio Mane found just enough room. One clean strike. One flash of quality. And suddenly, the stadium erupted. Senegal were ahead and Egypt were forced to chase a game they had carefully tried to control.
From there, it was all about nerve. Egypt threw players forward, knowing their AFCON dream was slipping away once again. A late effort caused hearts to stop for a moment in the Senegal camp, but Edouard Mendy stood firm. When the final whistle blew, relief poured out in green, yellow and red.
This win sends Senegal into their third AFCON final in the last four tournaments. That consistency matters. It confirms their place as one of the dominant forces in African football right now. And for Mane, this was another reminder that even as his role evolves, his influence remains enormous.
For Egypt, it’s another painful exit. Mohamed Salah’s wait for an AFCON title continues and this one will hurt deeply. They were disciplined, organized and close, but at this level, one moment can undo everything.
Now, Senegal wait. Their final opponent will be decided between Nigeria and hosts Morocco, two teams with very different styles and huge ambitions. Whoever emerges will face a Senegal side full of belief, experience and momentum.
The stage is set for Sunday’s final and after tonight, one thing is clear. When it matters most, Senegal know how to survive and Sadio Mane still knows how to deliver.
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