Volleyball: Egypt claim African Championship title after 3-1 win over Algeria

Egypt have secured the African Championship title for the first time since 2015 with a 3-1 win over Algeria in the final held in Cairo on Wednesday.

Ahram Online , Wednesday 13 Sep 2023,

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Egypt win the African title (CAVB facebook page)

 

The Pharaohs dominated the initial two sets, securing wins of 25-22 and 25-18.

Despite stumbling in the third set with a score of 20-25 in favour of Algeria, Egypt rallied back and clinched the fourth set 25-22, to win the game.

This victory marks Egypt's ninth title in the country's history, just two titles short of Tunisia, who hold a record of 11 titles.

Libya won the bronze medal after defeating Cameroon 3-1 in the match for third place, earlier on Wednesday.

With their continental, Egypt have also earned a spot in the 2025 World Championships alongside runners-up Algeria.

However, the Pharaohs are still vying for qualification to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. 

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