Egypt secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over South Africa in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B encounter at the Stade de Agadir on Friday, with Mohamed Salah’s calm penalty in first-half stoppage time proving decisive.
The match took a dramatic turn moments later when Mohamed Hany was sent off, leaving Egypt to play the entire second half with ten men. Despite sustained pressure from South Africa, the Egyptian defence remained resolute to protect their narrow lead.
-South Africa pressed relentlessly after the break, creating several chances, but were unable to find an equaliser. A late penalty appeal was also waved away following a VAR review, compounding their frustration.
The win lifts Egypt to the top of Group B with six points, sealing qualification for the knockout stage. South Africa remain on three points, with their hopes of progression still alive.
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