"However, [they] were surprised to find that the Afcon trophy was lost, and decided to open an investigation." Later, ex- midfielder Abdelghani clarified in a press conference that the trophy had been lost in a fire seven years ago. "After the burning of the Football Association headquarters, some cups were lost, and the matter was investigated," the former FA member began, "including the Africa Cup of Nations that we retained. After learning of the trophy's disappearance, Hassan took to social media to express his dismay at the loss. Egypt are the most successful country in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations, having won the trophy seven times since 1957.

Source: The North Africa Journal September 04, 2020 15:46 UTC