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Egypt Qualify for AFCON Finals after 1-1 Draw with Kenya


Fri 26 Mar 2021 | 01:32 AM
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The Egyptian national team has managed to qualify for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals after a 1-1 draw with Kenya in the penultimate match of the qualifiers.

Egypt had a promising start, as they scored the opener just two minutes into the game. Mohamed Hany received the ball on the right flank before making a low cross towards Mostafa Mohamed, who let it pass between his legs to give it to Afsha whose strike fount the back of the net.

Following the goal, the Pharaohs were stuck in their own half as Kenya were able to put a lot of pressure on the midfield. The hosts also relied heavily on the long balls, which the defense struggled to deal with due to Michael Olunga’s height and power.

In the 41st minute, Masoud Juma scored the equalizer after receiving the ball behind the defense but the goal was disallowed due to handball.

Then in the 48th, Olunga took a powerful shot from outside the penalty area but El-Shennawy managed to save it. The Al-Duhail striker got the rebound but hit the side netting the second time around.

Egypt now share the top spot in Group G alongside Comoros, who have just secured their first-ever appearance in the AFCON finals.