After a cagey start, the game exploded into life towards the end of the first half as Salah was caught by a stray arm from South Africa defender Khuliso Mudau in the box. The VAR recommended an on-field review and a penalty was awarded, with Salah keeping cool to chip it down the middle.

Egypt take on South Africa on Matchday 1 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage. Here’s everything you need to watch the matchup, including kickoff time and full broadcast information with TV and streaming options for viewers in the USA.

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has expressed confidence ahead of Friday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) clash against South Africa.

South Africa will be up against Egypt for a fourth time in Africa Cup of Nations final action, looking for victory not only to take charge of the Group B standings at the tournament but also to even the score between the two countries.