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Tanzania finally end 45-year wait to reach AFCON knockout stages after draw with Tunisia

Tanzania's Feisal Salum celebrates with teammmates after scoring in the Africa Cup of Nations Group vs Tunisia at Rabat Olympic Stadium in Rabat on December 30, 2025.  [Paul ELLIS / AFP]

Tanzania have made history by reaching the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 knockout stage for the first time after fighting back to secure a 1-1 draw with Tunisia in Rabat, ending a 45-year wait since their maiden appearance at the tournament.

Feisal Salum’s second-half equaliser proved decisive after Ismael Gharbi had given Tunisia the lead from the penalty spot just before half-time.

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