Nigeria have advanced to the knockout stage of the Africa Cup of Nations as they beat Guinea 1-0.
Hosts Egypt are also guaranteed a spot in the round of 16 after they defeated Democratic Republic of Congo 2-0.
Ahmad Al Mohammady broke the deadlock in the 25th minute, while Liverpool star Mohamed Salah struck two minutes before half-time to score his first goal of the tournament.
Elsewhere, Uganda kept their hopes alive of qualifying for the next round after drawing 1-1 with Zimbabwe.
Dubai welcomes elite endurance riders for prestigious festival
Dubai is gearing up to host the His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Festival 2026 at Dubai International Endurance City in Seih Al Salam, starting Tuesday, January 6.
Venus Williams, 45, receives wildcard entry for Australian Open
Venus Williams will return to the Australian Open after receiving a wildcard entry, the tournament's organisers said on Friday, marking her first appearance at Melbourne Park in five years.
Australia's Khawaja to retire after fifth Ashes Test
Usman Khawaja will be retiring from international cricket after this week's fifth Ashes Test against England at Sydney Cricket Ground, the Australia batsman said on Friday.
Premier League rings in New Year with goal drought as Man City lose ground
The Premier League's festive feast turned stale on Thursday as the New Year's Day programme served up three 0-0 draws, most significantly Manchester City's stalemate at Sunderland which left them four points adrift of leaders Arsenal.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders eye ILT20 title after win over Dubai Capitals
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders stayed in the hunt for the DP World ILT20 Season 4 title after sealing a 50-run win over the Dubai Capitals in the Eliminator at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday.
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The super-star and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter, Jason Derulo is bringing the heat to Dubai.
