Overview
- Mohamed Salah scored the only goal with a first‑half panenka after VAR ruled Khuliso Mudau caught him in the face inside the box.
- A long review denied South Africa a late handball penalty when officials deemed Yasser's contact a supporting arm.
- Hugo Broos labeled both decisions ridiculous and said Salah told him post‑match he was surprised the penalty was given.
- South Africa controlled the second half with 62% possession and 16 shots but failed to score as Egypt finished with 10 men, with reports differing on whether Mohamed Hany or Mohamed Namy was sent off.
- The result leaves Egypt top of Group B and South Africa second with one match remaining, as Egypt face Angola and Bafana meet Zimbabwe on Monday.