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AFCON Finals: Senegal win their first Africa Cup title on penalties

AFCON 2021 Finals Senegal: Senegal had a historic moment after winning their first Africa Cup title. The lions of Teranga won against Egypt on penalties (4-2) after Sadio Mane scored the winning kick for team Senegal

First AFCON title for Senegal

Both Egypt and Senegal were unable to score during the 90 minute period. In the first half, Senegal had control of the game but later on, Egypt gained strength in the second half.

Sadio Mane became the man of the match. Although he missed a penalty in the 7th minute, he, later on, converted it in the 120th minute. Egypt held Mo Salah for the fifth penalty but the shootout failed to get any far.

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SOURCE: www.eurosport.com