Salah goals & Hakimi return – Six things from Afcon 2025’s group stage

1. Mohamed Salah’s incredible form: The Egyptian forward has been in scintillating form in the group stages of Afcon 2025, scoring goals for fun and leading his team to the top of their group.

2. Achraf Hakimi’s return from injury: The Moroccan full-back made a welcome return from injury during the group stages, providing a much-needed boost to his team’s defense.

3. Surprise packages: Several teams have emerged as surprise packages in the group stages, with underdogs causing upsets and making the tournament even more exciting.

4. Drama and excitement: The group stages have been full of drama and excitement, with last-minute goals, comebacks, and thrilling matches keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

5. VAR controversy: The introduction of VAR in Afcon 2025 has not been without controversy, with several decisions causing debate and dividing opinion among fans and players alike.

6. Golden boot race: The race for the Golden Boot is heating up, with several players vying for the top scorer award and putting in impressive performances in the group stages.