Official: Egypt to Face Senegal in AFCON Semi-Final on Wednesday
10 January 2026at20:58
The Senegalese national team learned their opponent for the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final on Saturday evening. The tournament is being hosted by the Kingdom of Morocco until January 18.
Sadio Mané and his teammates will meet the Egyptian national team in the last four. The match is scheduled for next Wednesday, kicking off at 18:00 (GMT+1), at the Grand Stade de Tanger.
Senegal secured their spot in the AFCON semi-finals after defeating Mali 1-0 in their quarter-final clash. Meanwhile, Egypt booked their place by overcoming Ivory Coast with a 3-2 victory earlier on Saturday.
Q&A
When and where will the AFCON semi-final between Egypt and Senegal take place?
Egypt will face Sadio Mané's Senegal next Wednesday at 18:00 (GMT+1) in the AFCON semi-final. The match is set for the Grand Stade de Tanger; explore the article for full details.
How did both Egypt and Senegal secure their places in the AFCON semi-finals?
Senegal secured their semi-final spot by defeating Mali 1-0 in the quarter-finals. Egypt advanced after overcoming Ivory Coast with a 3-2 victory. Read the full article for details on their paths.
