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Ivory Coast vs Algeria: Desert Foxes Edge Past Elephants in Thrilling AFCON Quarter-Final

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This archive report was first published on 11 July 2019.

Ivory Coast vs Algeria: Desert Foxes Edge Past Elephants in Thrilling AFCON Quarter-Final

Algeria secured a spot in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals after a thrilling quarter-final clash against Ivory Coast on July 11, 2019, at the Suez Stadium.

The match ended 1-1 after regulation time, with Sofiane Feghouli scoring Algeria's opener in the 20th minute, and Jonathan Kodjia equalising for Ivory Coast in the second half.

However, Algeria emerged victorious in the post-match penalties, winning 4-3 to book a date with Nigeria in the semi-finals.

Both Serey Die and Wilfried Bony missed their spot-kicks for Ivory Coast, while Youcef Belaili had his hit the post for Algeria.

Algeria's victory marked a significant milestone in their AFCON campaign, as they look to reach the final of the biennial tournament.

With this win, Algeria will now face Nigeria in the semi-finals, a match that promises to be an exciting encounter.

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Source: Tuko.co.ke

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