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Marmoush's Early Strike Sparks a 56-Year Memory for Ivory Coast

10 January 2026

Marmoush's Early Strike Sparks a 56-Year Memory for Ivory Coast
Marmoush's early strike sends Egypt through in AFCON 2025 semifinals

Key moment

Omar Marmoush, Manchester City forward, shocked the Ivory Coast in the opening minutes.

Match context

Marmoush opened the scoring against Ivory Coast in the fourth minute of AFCON 2025 quarterfinals, marking the fastest Egyptian knockout‑stage goal in AFCON history since Hasan Al‑Shazly’s 1970 strike against the same opponents, when Egypt won 3-1 for third place.

Egypt had reached the quarterfinals by beating Benin 3-1, while Ivory Coast had defeated Burkina Faso 3-0 to reach this stage.

Egypt has won the Africa Cup of Nations title seven times, while Ivory Coast has claimed it three times.

The winner will face Senegal in the semifinals, with Nigeria meeting Morocco in the other semifinal.

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Emma Amme

I am Emma Amme, an English sports journalist born in 1998. Passionate about astronomy, contemporary dance, and handcrafted woodworking, I share my sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who scored the opening goal for Egypt?

Omar Marmoush.

When was the fastest knockout-stage goal by Egypt in AFCON history scored?

In 1970, Hasan Al-Shazly scored in the third minute against Ivory Coast.

Who did Egypt beat to reach the quarterfinals?

Benin, 3-1.

Who will Egypt face in the semifinals?

Senegal.