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EGYPT was knocked out by South Africa on Saturday night, escaping from the African Cup of Nations in Cairo.
A goal from Thembinkosi Lorch five minutes from the end put an end to the Pharoahs' dream of winning the home tournament.
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South Africa, which qualified for the competition after draws with Libya and Seychelles, was to be swept into the capital.
While Egypt scoured their group with a perfect record, their opponents only managed to rank in the last 16 in the last place of the team standings.
With two goals in the group stage, Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has not been able to inflict a decisive blow, despite a dominant possession.
Mahmoud Trezeguet missed his best chance and they continued to press late – to get caught at the counter.
A decisive pbad through the open Egyptian defense fell on Orlando Pirates striker Lorch, and his serene finish eliminated the seven winners.
The final whistle marked the end of a dream for the 2017 finalists.
Salah broke down in tears, surrounded by gloomy teammates, while fans were left puzzled over the destruction of their hopes, especially so early.
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If one of the favorites was sent home early, another was counting on his return in the second half to qualify for the quarterfinals on Saturday.
Cameroon's Clarence Seedorf fell behind Nigeria thanks to a quick hit from Odion Ighalo, but took the 2-1 advantage at halftime.
But the Super Eagles came back in the draw with a quick double, ensured by Ighalo and Alex Iwobi.
The Arsenal winger is introduced into the surface to recover a deep ball and finish the first time in the lower corner.
Nigeria will face South Africa in the last eight games after Benin and Senegal have booked their places on Friday.
With Egypt and Cameroon coming out, the competition is wide open. Algeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana and Tunisia will be in action in the coming days.
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