Mohamed Salah’s first-half penalty secured a 1–0 victory for Egypt over South Africa, sending the Pharaohs into the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stages.
Match Highlights
Salah converted from the spot after South Africa defender Khuliso Mudau clipped him inside the penalty area. The Liverpool forward calmly dispatched the penalty for his second goal of the tournament.
Right-back Mohamed Hany received a second yellow card for stamping on Teboho Mokoena, reducing Egypt to 10 men just before halftime. The dismissal left the Pharaohs to defend their slender lead for the entire second half.
South Africa dominated possession after the break and recorded 17 second-half shots but struggled to create clear chances. A potential penalty appeal was overturned following a lengthy VAR review, compounding their frustration.
Egypt goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy produced several crucial saves to preserve the lead, anchoring a disciplined defensive display as the Pharaohs held firm under pressure.
Group Standings
The victory takes Egypt to six points from two matches, guaranteeing qualification for the Round of 16 with a game to spare. South Africa remains on three points, while Zimbabwe and Angola sit on one point each after drawing earlier in the day.
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