Egypt Coach Reflects on AFCON Journey, Believes Nigeria Could've Reached Final

Egypt's national football team coach, Hossam Hassan, acknowledged Nigeria's potential to reach the AFCON final but cited unforeseen circumstances contributing to their semi-final loss against Morocco. Egypt lost to Senegal in the normal time and will now face Nigeria in the third-place match.

Hassan praised Nigeria's squad and hopes to secure the bronze medal. The match will take place in Cairo, where Morocco defeated Nigeria in a friendly match.