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These teams have shown resilience and skill in their journey to the Round of 16 in AFCON 2023.
The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 has seen intense competition, with several teams already qualifying for the Round of 16.
Here's a look at the five countries that have made it through this crucial stage.
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Equatorial Guinea (Group A)
Equatorial Guinea surprised many by topping Group A. Their campaign included a draw against Nigeria and convincing wins over Guinea-Bissau and the host nation of Côte d'Ivoire. Emilio Nsue has been a standout player, leading the scoring charts in the tournament so far.
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Nigeria (Group A)
The Super Eagles of Nigeria secured their spot in the last 16 by finishing second in Group A. They remained undefeated in their group stage, showcasing solid performances against their group opponents.
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Cape Verde (Group B)
Cape Verde, known as the Blue Sharks, had a smooth run in Group B, securing their round of 16 spots with games to spare. They opened their campaign with victories over Ghana and Mozambique, followed by a draw against Egypt.
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Egypt (Group B)
Egypt's journey to the last 16 was challenging, with the team struggling in their initial matches. Despite an injury to their star player, Mohamed Salah, Egypt managed to secure a place in the knockout stage thanks to a late draw with Cape Verde.
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Senegal (Group C)
As the defending champions, Senegal lived up to expectations by booking their place in the round of 16 with convincing wins in their group matches. Their campaign was marked by dominant performances against Gambia and Cameroon.
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