Pharaohs secure six points from two games with hard-fought win; Bafana Bafana suffer first defeat.

Egypt Edge South Africa 1-0 To Maintain Perfect Start In Group B

Egypt Make It Two Wins from Two

Egypt continued their flawless start to AFCON 2025 with a narrow 1-0 victory over South Africa in a tense Group B encounter on Friday, December 27, 2025.

The Pharaohs secured all six points from their opening two matches, cementing their position at the top of the group.

Mohamed Salah once again proved the difference, scoring the only goal of the game – his second winner in as many matches after the late strike against Zimbabwe.

The Liverpool star capitalized on a defensive lapse to finish clinically, sending the Egypt faithful into raptures.

South Africa, coming off a dramatic comeback win over Angola, put in a resilient display but couldn’t find a breakthrough against a well-organized Egyptian defense led by Omar Marmoush and Mostafa Mohamed in support roles.

Hugo Broos’ Bafana Bafana remain on three points, with progression still in their hands ahead of final group games.

Group B Standings After Matchday 2

  • Egypt: 6 points
  • South Africa: 3 points
  • Angola/Zimbabwe: Likely 1 point each (pending other results)

A statement win for the record seven-time champions as they march toward the knockouts. Salah’s influence undeniable. Egypt looking strong in the title race.