Following Mabululu’s exit, the Angolan player from Al Ittihad Alexandria, from the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire, after his national team suffered a defeat against Nigeria with a score of 1-0, hope still lingers.
Egyptian league talents, especially the Ahly duo Percy Tau from South Africa and Aliou Dieng from Mali, stand resilient, eager to make their mark on the continental stage.
Mabululu, who contributed with three goals for his national team, the “Black Gazelles,” in their recent loss against Nigeria, allowing the latter to advance to the first semifinal.
Despite the absence of any Arab teams in the competition, three players from the Egyptian league are making a mark: Percy Tau and Aliou Dieng from Ahly, and Viston Mayele from Pyramids.
Percy Tau: A Shining Star for South Africa and Ahly
Percy Tau, crowned the best African player within the continent for the year 2023, continues to shine.
He played a pivotal role in South Africa’s triumph over Morocco, eliminating one of the tournament’s favorites in the round of 16.
Despite missing a penalty in the opening minutes of the match against Mali, Tau showcased resilience.
He later successfully converted another penalty, paving the way for a resounding 4-0 victory over Namibia.
He continued his stellar performance against Morocco in the round of 16, putting tremendous pressure on their defense.
South Africa, led by Percy Tau, is set to face Cape Verde in the quarterfinals of the AFCON 2023 on Saturday, February 3.
Aliou Dieng: The Midfield Maestro for Mali
Aliou Dieng, the midfielder for Ahly, represents Mali’s national team, the “Eagles.”
He started as a key player against South Africa and Namibia, contributing to the team’s performance.
Mali, featuring Ahly’s Aliou Dieng, faces a formidable challenge against Ivory Coast in the quarterfinals of the AFCON.
Fiston Mayele: The Congolese Dynamo from Pyramids
Fiston Mayele, the Congolese player from Pyramids FC, played a crucial role in his national team’s victory over Guinea with a score of 3-1.
His contribution adds to the narrative of Egyptian league players making a significant impact on the continental stage.
In general, the players from the Egyptian league are delivering remarkable performances in the AFCON, underscoring the league’s quality and its ability to attract talents from across the continent.
