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In Pics: Contrasting fates of African countries, Mohamed Salah’s Egypt and Senegal

Senegal became the first African country to win a match in FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia, while Egypt’s 3-1 loss to hosts Russia meant their tournament is almost over. Russia led 3-0 before Salah scored a consolation penalty in the 73rd minute.

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  • Jun 20, 2018, 10:59 AM IST

Senegal became the first African country to win a match in FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia, while Egypt’s 3-1 loss to hosts Russia meant their tournament is almost over. Russia led 3-0 before Salah scored a consolation penalty in the 73rd minute. Image courtesy: Reuters/efeservicios.com

1. Senegal

Senegal
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Senegal celebrate after defeating Poland 2-1 in a Group H World Cup match on Tuesday

2. Senegal's M'Baye Niang (R)

Senegal's M'Baye Niang (R)
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Senegal's M'Baye Niang (R) scores against Poland duringf a Group H World Cup match on Tuesday

3. Senegal goalkeeper Khadim N'Diaye

Senegal goalkeeper Khadim N'Diaye
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Senegal goalkeeper Khadim N'Diaye makes a save against Poland on Tuesday

4. Mo Salah

Mo Salah
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Mohamed Salah scores his maiden World Cup against Russia on Tuesday. 

5. Mo Salah

Mo Salah
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Mohamed Salah dejected after Egypt's 1-3 loss to Russia on Tuesday.

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