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Egypt eliminate hosts Cameroon in Cup of Nations semi-final

February 3, 2022 Egypt's Mohamed Salah in action with Cameroon's Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa and Nouhou Tolo REUTERS

Goalkeeper Mohamed Abou Gabal pulled off two spectacular saves as Egypt edged hosts Cameroon 3-1 in the penalty shootout to reach the final of Africa Cup of Nations following a goalless draw after extra time on Thursday.

Cameroon converted only one of their four spot-kicks, with Abou Gabal blocking two of the strikes before Clinton Njie missed his attempt. Egypt converted all three of their kicks.

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