Egypt’s 10-man Miracle! 🇪🇬 The unbreakable wall stops South Africa!

A Pharaonic masterclass in resilience! Egypt pulled off a stunning heist at the Grand Stade Agadir, defeating South Africa 1-0 in a match that defied all logic. Despite being reduced to ten men and facing a relentless South African onslaught, the record champions showed the world what ‘Egyptian DNA’ is all about. It was a night of grit, sweat, and pure defensive genius.

Match Summary

The drama peaked just before the halftime whistle. Mohamed Salah stepped up to the penalty spot in the 45th minute and coolly slotted home the opener. But the high was immediately followed by a low: Mohamed Hany received a straight red card in stoppage time (45’+2′), leaving Egypt to face the entire second half with a numerical disadvantage.

What followed was a tactical siege. Bafana Bafana dominated with 63.7% possession and unleashed a staggering 18 shots, but they couldn’t find a way past the Egyptian wall. The Pharaohs’ goalkeeper was in inspired form, making 6 crucial saves to deny a South African side that threw everything but the kitchen sink at the goal.

Man of the Match

While Mohamed Salah provided the decisive goal, the real hero was the Egyptian Goalkeeper. His six saves were the difference between a famous victory and a frustrating draw. He commanded his box perfectly under immense pressure during the 10-man stand.

Did You Know?

Egypt managed to win this high-stakes encounter despite having only 36.3% of the ball. It’s a testament to their clinical nature—making their few chances count while shutting the door at the back.

Conclusion

Egypt moves to the top of the group with a performance built on character rather than flair. South Africa will wonder how they left Agadir with nothing after such dominance, but the Pharaohs have once again proven that they are the masters of tournament football.