Algeria Desert Foxes Edge Past Ivory Coast in Penalty Shootout

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 12 July 2019.

On July 12, 2019, Algeria's Desert Foxes pulled off a thrilling victory over Ivory Coast's Elephants in a penalty shootout, securing their spot in the Africa Cup of Nations semifinals.

Sofiane Feghouli opened the scoring in the 20th minute, but Ivory Coast managed to level the match 1-1 after regulation and extra time.

The match ultimately ended in a penalty shootout, which Algeria won 4-3, setting up a highly anticipated showdown with Nigeria in the semifinals.

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