""There have been so many teams here with world-class players, not only the experienced players but also youngsters, who have match-winning ability and an incredible skill set.""
""Every side has its weaknesses, and we have studied Senegal in depth as we have planned for this game. We are sure they will be analysing our approach, too, so this could be decided on the small details.""
""I don't give a damn about [the criticism]. There are those who have confidence in what we are trying to achieve and those who are sceptical. I pay it no attention.""
Egypt reached the AFCON semifinals after a nervy 3-2 quarter-final win over Ivory Coast and a round-of-16 extra-time victory over Benin, scoring twice in added time to win 3-1. Coach Hossam Hassan praised the markedly improved standard of African football, citing world-class experienced players and talented youngsters with match-winning ability and skill. Hassan emphasized that every side has weaknesses and that Egypt have studied Senegal in depth while acknowledging that small details could decide the game. He rejected external criticism and expressed confidence in his team's approach. Senegal advanced with a 1-0 win over 10-man Mali and show defensive solidity.
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