Marmoush Breaks Through: Egypt Edge Ivory Coast in AFCON Showdown
10 January 2026
Marmoush ends his goalless AFCON run
Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush, a Manchester City star, ended his scoring drought in the Africa Cup of Nations currently taking place in Morocco.
Egypt secures knockout spot with 3-1 win
Marmoush waited just four minutes to strike against Ivory Coast, converting a fast break for the Pharaohs.
It was his second goal of the continental tournament, following an opening strike against Zimbabwe in the group stage.
Egypt rested him against South Africa, then failed to score against Angola and Benin in the round.
The forward marked his 10th international goal, having first appeared for Egypt under former coach Carlos Queiroz in 2021.
Egypt booked a quarterfinal berth with a 3-1 win over Benin, and the Pharaohs still dream of reclaiming the title last won in 2010.
Next up: a knockout clash.
Punchline 1: If goals were jokes, Marmoush just delivered a mic drop.
Punchline 2: Coach Queiroz must have ordered extra mint tea for this one; the verdict is steep.
