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CAF
10-05-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Sharaf strike sends Egypt through as Tanzania bow out winless
Published: Friday, 09 May 2025 Egypt sealed their place in the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations with a narrow 1-0 win over Tanzania at the Suez Canal Stadium on Friday evening. Ahmed Sharaf's seventh-minute goal proved enough for the hosts, who finish the group stage level on seven points with South Africa and Sierra Leone, but progress by virtue of a superior head-to-head mini-league involving the three tied teams. Tanzania, who were already eliminated before kick-off, leave the competition without a point or a goal from four matches – extending their winless run at U20 AFCON finals to seven matches across two appearances. Egypt made the perfect start to the game when Mohamed Zaalouk's initial effort was parried into the path of Sharaf, who calmly slotted home from close range to give the home side an early lead. Despite their early dominance, the Pharaohs struggled to add a second, and it was Tanzania who pushed harder as the match wore on. Substitute Vedastus Masinde came closest for the East Africans, forcing a strong save from the Egyptian keeper with a well-timed header just after the hour mark. Coach Salum Mayanga's side showed admirable determination, recording more shots and spending long periods in Egyptian territory, but their finishing continued to let them down – a problem that has plagued their entire campaign. Tanzania's best chances came late on through Bakari Msimu and Jammy Simba, but neither could find the target. Egypt had to rely on solid defending and game management to hold on to their slim advantage. The result means Egypt progress to the last eight and avoid the embarrassment of back-to-back group-stage exits as hosts, having also fallen at this stage in 2023. It was far from a convincing performance, but it was enough. For Tanzania, it is a tournament to forget. Four losses from four games without scoring a single goal is a harsh reminder of the work that lies ahead if they are to compete consistently at this level.
Al-Ahram Weekly
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt narrowly edge Tanzania to secure U-20 AFCON quarterfinals spot - National Teams
Hosts Egypt secured their place in the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals with a narrow 1-0 victory over Tanzania in their Group A final match at the Suez Canal Stadium on Friday. Forward Ahmed Sharaf netted the decisive goal in the seventh minute, capitalizing on a rebound from Tanzania's goalkeeper Anthony Mpemba after a free kick by Ahmed Khaled Kabaka, firing a right-footed shot from close range into the center of the goal. Despite dominating possession in the first half, Tanzania failed to pose any real threat to Egypt goalkeeper Abdel-Moneim Tamer, while the young Pharaohs struggled to create scoring opportunities of their own. After the break, Tanzania maintained their dominance, exploiting Egypt's shaky defense and generating more dangerous chances and forcing Tamer into several fine saves to keep his clean sheet intact. Egypt's players, however, offered little in response as they struggled to build offensive momentum, failing to develop counterattacks and control the pace of the game. The win lifted Egypt to third in Group A with seven points, level with group winners South Africa and Sierra Leone, but advancing as one of the two best third-placed teams due to a superior goal difference. The tournament's four semi-finalists will earn qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, set to kick off in September. The four-time champions Egypt will face a tough test against Ghana in the quarter-finals on Monday, aiming to continue their campaign. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Al-Ahram Weekly
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt narrowly edge Tanzania to secure U-20 AFCON quarterfinal spot - National Teams
Hosts Egypt secured their place in the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals with a narrow 1-0 victory over Tanzania in their Group A final match at the Suez Canal Stadium on Friday. Forward Ahmed Sharaf netted the decisive goal in the seventh minute, capitalizing on a rebound from Tanzania's goalkeeper Anthony Mpemba after a free kick by Ahmed Khaled Kabaka, firing a right-footed shot from close range into the center of the goal. Despite dominating possession in the first half, Tanzania failed to pose any real threat to Egypt goalkeeper Abdel-Moneim Tamer, while the young Pharaohs struggled to create scoring opportunities of their own. After the break, Tanzania maintained their dominance, exploiting Egypt's shaky defense and generating more dangerous chances and forcing Tamer into several fine saves to keep his clean sheet intact. Egypt's players, however, offered little in response as they struggled to build offensive momentum, failing to develop counterattacks and control the pace of the game. The win lifted Egypt to third in Group A with seven points, level with group winners South Africa and Sierra Leone, but advancing as one of the two best third-placed teams due to a superior goal difference. The tournament's four semi-finalists will earn qualification for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, set to kick off in September. The four-time champions Egypt will face a tough test against Ghana in the quarter-finals on Monday, aiming to continue their campaign. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
