Nigeria, Jan. 15 -- Sadio Mane scored the decisive goal as Senegal beat Egypt 1-0 on Wednesday night to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final, setting up another chance for a continental crown.

The semi-final, played at the Grande Stade de Tangier, was tight, physical and cautious for long spells, but Mane's calm finish late in the second half finally broke Egypt's resistance and sent the Teranga Lions through.

Both sides approached the game carefully, aware of their long history at the AFCON and the fine margins that often decide meetings between them.

Egypt sat deep and focused on defence, while Senegal controlled possession and pushed patiently for an opening.

The first half produced few clear chances. Senegal saw more of the ball ...