Salah hits double as Egypt crush Malawi in Afcon
Egypt have seven points in Group B after three matches, three more than Angola, who host South Sudan on Saturday.
Mohamed Salah scored twice in the 84th minute and from a stoppage-time penalty, surpassing Hossam Hassan's record as the all-time leading scorer for Egypt. The 34-year-old Liverpool star left it late to score the decisive goals. Hossam Hassan, Egypt's coach, was replaced by Ali Maher, who scored a goal himself. By halftime, Egypt led 3-0 with goals from Nasser Maher, Omar Marmoush, and Mohamed Hany.
Achraf Hakimi also contributed a brace for Morocco, which defeated Niger 5-1. Nigeria, previously bottom of Group L, defeated Tanzania 3-1, gaining six points. Tanzania, despite their defeat, will still qualify for the 2027 Afcon as co-hosts with Kenya and Uganda. Tunisia, currently bottom of Group H, faces a challenging road with away games in their remaining fixtures.
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