But the Pharoahs will have to make do with a patched up strike force to beat Malawi away on Saturday.

BBC: Egypt's Amr Zaki

The Pharoahs star has been linked with a loan move to Wigan, after starting the first two games of the season on the bench.

BBC: Mido gets Southgate backing

Undeterred by the hostile environment, Egypt continued to pile on the pressure, lifted by the introduction of Mohammed Barakat who added much-needed bite to the Pharoahs' attack.

BBC: Hacine Achiou celebrates his late winner

Egypt held on for their record seventh title and their team and fans celebrated wildly on the final whistle, as the Pharoahs confirmed their status as kings of the Nations Cup tournament.

BBC: Ghana 0-1 Egypt

The 34-year-old skipper was making his 170th appearance for the Pharoahs - an African record - and was at the heart of a controlled performance from Egypt which sets up a semi-final with north African rivals Algeria.

BBC: Egypt 3-1 Cameroon (aet)