Mo Salah shows up fallacy of nonsense ‘selfish’ jibes with wonderful gesture in Egypt victory
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Egypt took a significant step towards qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Ethiopia 2-0 at Cairo International Stadium on September 5, 2025, in their CAF Group A qualifier.
Both goals were scored from penalties in the first half, with Mohamed Salah converting in the 40th minute and Omar Marmoush adding another just before halftime in the 45th minute. These goals secured a comfortable lead for Egypt going into the break.
Egypt dominated the early stages of the match, creating multiple chances, including a one-on-one opportunity for Marmoush in the 5th minute and a header by Osama Faisal saved in the 18th minute. Despite continued pressure and several substitutions in the second half, the Pharaohs could not extend their lead but maintained control of the game.
The victory situated Egypt at the top of Group A with 19 points, five points clear of second-place Burkina Faso. This lead puts Egypt on the verge of qualification for their fourth World Cup appearance, having previously competed in 1934, 1990, and 2018. The upcoming match against Burkina Faso will be decisive; a win would secure Egypt’s spot in the tournament.
Egypt’s lineup for the match saw some changes due to injuries and tactical choices, including the absence of players like Yasser Ibrahim and Mohamed Abdelmonem. The home fans were supported by extended metro services to accommodate the large turnout at the stadium.
Mohamed Salah was substituted in the 87th minute as Egypt comfortably closed out the game, consolidating their position as favorites to advance in the qualification campaign.
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