Mo Salah extends Liverpool absence with another winner for Egypt

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Mohamed Salah has led 10-man Egypt to the knockouts of the Africa Cup of Nations after scoring the only goal in his side’s win over South Africa. For the second time in as many games, Salah scored for his country and proved the difference, with a 1-0 win on Boxing Day secured from the penalty spot.

MO SALAH GOAL pic.twitter.com/gEBuonEG3W — KinG £ (@xKGx__) December 26, 2025 That appeared to be the dramatic moment of the half, but Mohamed Hany was then sent off to send Egypt down to 10 men after his second yellow card in the span of only 17 minutes. His goal ended South Africa’s 27-game unbeaten run and secured his side’s place in the last 16.

With six points from their first two games, Egypt have secured their progression to the knockouts with a game to spare, although they will want to guarantee top spot against Angola. If Egypt win their first knockout tie, they will play again on January 10/11, which will then see Salah miss the trip to Arsenal (Jan 8) and the visit of Barsnley in the FA Cup (Jan 12).