Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring during the Africa Cup of Nations match against Zimbabwe. (AP Photo)
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News1824-12-2025, 12:48

Mohamed Salah Makes History: First Egyptian to Score in 5 Consecutive AFCONs

  • Mohamed Salah became the first Egyptian player to score in five consecutive African Cup of Nations editions.
  • His 91st-minute strike secured a 2-1 victory for Egypt against Zimbabwe, marking a winning start in Morocco.
  • Salah's record spans the 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2025 AFCON tournaments.
  • This achievement places him alongside legends like Didier Drogba and Yaya Toure.
  • At 33, Salah aims to lift the Africa Cup after previous final losses and has opportunities to extend his record in future tournaments.

Why It Matters: Mohamed Salah sets a historic AFCON scoring record, leading Egypt to victory and eyeing future glory.

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