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Tanzania finally end 45-year wait to reach AFCON knockout stages after draw with Tunisia

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Tanzania's Feisal Salum celebrates with teammmates after scoring in the Africa Cup of Nations Group vs Tunisia at Rabat Olympic Stadium in Rabat on December 30, 2025. [Paul ELLIS / AFP]

Tanzania have made history by reaching the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 knockout stage for the first time after fighting back to secure a 1-1 draw with Tunisia in Rabat, ending a 45-year wait since their maiden appearance at the tournament.

Feisal Salum's second-half equaliser proved decisive after Ismael Gharbi had given Tunisia the lead from the penalty spot just before half-time.

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