Regragui Among Three Local Coaches Leading Nations to AFCON Semi-Finals
11 January 2026at17:24
Local coaches have continued to demonstrate their capabilities at the Africa Cup of Nations "Morocco 2025," with three of them successfully guiding their respective national teams to the semi-finals.
Walid Regragui led the Moroccan national team to the AFCON semi-finals, ending a 21-year wait, following their two-nil victory over Cameroon.
Meanwhile, Hossam Hassan successfully guided the Egyptian national team to the semi-finals after an exciting 3-2 victory over Ivory Coast.
Senegal also secured their spot in the semi-finals, overcoming Mali with a 1-0 win, under the leadership of local coach Pape Thiaw.
Q&A
How did Morocco qualify for the AFCON semi-finals?
Walid Regragui's Moroccan team secured their AFCON semi-final spot with a decisive 2-0 victory over Cameroon, marking an end to their 21-year wait for this stage of the tournament.
What does the success of local coaches imply for the AFCON tournament?
The success of coaches like Walid Regragui, Hossam Hassan, and Pape Thiaw highlights the growing capabilities of local talent, demonstrating their significant impact on national team performance at the AFCON.
Which teams did Egypt and Senegal defeat to reach the AFCON semi-finals?
Egypt, under Hossam Hassan, advanced after a thrilling 3-2 win against Ivory Coast, while Pape Thiaw's Senegal secured their semi-final berth by defeating Mali 1-0.
