Egypt opened their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign with a 2–1 victory over Zimbabwe in a high-intensity Group B clash at the Stade Adrar in Agadir. The Pharaohs showcased resilience and tactical discipline to come from behind and secure all three points.
The match started with Zimbabwe taking the game to the seven-time champions. In the 20th minute, Prince Dube capitalized on a defensive lapse to give the Warriors a surprising early lead. The goal energized Zimbabwe, forcing Egypt to adjust and push forward.
Despite early pressure, Egypt struggled to break through Zimbabwe’s organized defence. Their persistence paid off in the 64th minute, when Omar Marmoush produced a composed finish to bring the Pharaohs back on level terms. The equalizer shifted momentum, giving Egypt confidence to control the rest of the match.
As Zimbabwe searched for a second goal, Egypt struck on the counter in the 82nd minute. Mohamed Salah delivered a decisive finish, sending the Egyptian fans into celebration and ultimately sealing the win. After taking the lead.
Final Score
Egypt 2–1 Zimbabwe
Goals: Prince Dube (20’) – Zimbabwe | Omar Marmoush (64’), Mohamed Salah (82’) – Egypt