Historic Win As Senegal beat Egypt to win Africa Cup of Nations trophy

Neither Senegal nor Egypt who had previously won the Africa Cup of Nations seven times, the most in the tournament’s history — were able to breakthrough in the first 90 minutes, with Senegal looking in control for most of the game before Egypt gained strength late in the second half.

The game’s best opportunity at a goal in regulation time came in the early minutes of the match for Senegal. After an Egyptian foul in the penalty box, Liverpool star Sadio Mane penalty kick was saved in spectacular fashion by goalkeeper Mohamed Abou Gabal, also known as Gabaski, in the seventh minute.

 

AFCON 2022 Winners List And Awards: Player Of The Tournament, Golden Glove, Golden Boot

Sadio Mane, a Senegalese legend, has been crowned Player of the Tournament. Because of his pivotal part in the Lions of Teranga’s victory, the Liverpool star was awarded the best player in the competition with three goals and two assists.

Edouard Mendy was named the Goalkeeper of the Tournament as he beat Egypt’s Mohamed Abou Gabal.

Vincent Aboubakar was the Golden Boot winner with eight goals for the hosts.

 

Prize Money Pool Distribution AFCON 2022

The champions will get $5 million (£3.7 million), up from $4.5 million (£3.3 million), with the runners-up receiving $2.75 million (£2 million).

Each of the losing semi-finalists will receive $2.2 million (£1.6 million), while those who were eliminated in the quarter-finals will receive $1.8 million (£1.3 million).