CAN 2025 (quarter-finals): The 5 key players in Côte d'Ivoire vs Egypt

AFCON 08 January 2026 at 14:30

Imed Ben Amara

News Editor

10.01.26 FT AFCON - Africa Cup of Nations

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The last quarter-final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will see Côte d'Ivoire take on Egypt on Saturday, January 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. GMT.

Certain players are poised to be game-changers in this high-stakes clash, where a place in the semifinals is on the line.

Bazoumana Touré (Côte d'Ivoire)

Two appearances, two goals! The 19-year-old sensation has proven to be a super-sub for Emerse Faé’s squad and could be rewarded with more minutes against the Pharaohs.

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Amad Diallo (Côte d'Ivoire)

Three goals and one assist in four matches—Amad Diallo is having a breakout tournament for Côte d'Ivoire since the start of their Moroccan adventure. The Manchester United man is reaching new heights with his national team.

Mohamed Salah (Egypt)

Liverpool’s wing wizard can turn a match on its head single-handedly. He’s already found the net three times in three games at this AFCON.

Mohamed El Shenawy (Egypt)

The Pharaohs’ goalkeeper will have his work cut out for him. He’ll need to be rock solid against the Ivorian attacking arsenal if he wants to guide his side to the last four.

Omar Marmoush (Egypt)

With just one goal so far in this AFCON, Omar Marmoush needs to step up for Egypt. His limited playing time at Manchester City has affected his impact with the national team. This match is his chance to bounce back.

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