Mozambique experienced a heart-wrenching turn of events in the Africa Cup of Nations clash against Egypt, as Mohamed Salah’s stoppage-time penalty rescued a draw for the Pharaohs and denied the Mambas what could have been a historic victory in the tournament.Egypt, unbeaten in their last six competitive matches, swiftly took control of the game, securing an early lead within two minutes. Mostafa Mohamed capitalized on Salah’s miss-hit shot, showcasing exquisite ball control to evade Edmilson Dove before unleashing a powerful strike past Mozambique’s goalkeeper Ernan. Despite Egypt’s dominance, Mozambique displayed resilience and posed a threat before halftime, with Witi’s attempt requiring a crucial save from Egypt’s goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy.Mozambique 🇲🇿 is the only country in the world with a weapon on its flag. pic.twitter.com/ckaNugEG1z— Africa View Facts (@AfricaViewFacts) June 27, 2023 Trailing at halftime, Mozambique emerged for the second half with renewed determination. In a sensational three-minute span, the Mambas completely turned the game around. Witi headed home Domingos Macandza’s precise cross in the 55th minute, and substitute Clesio Bauque shocked Egypt with a burst of speed, eluding two defenders before calmly slotting a magnificent finish past El Shenawy.As Egypt struggled to regain control and missed several opportunities, it seemed their hopes were slipping away. However, in stoppage time, Mozambique’s Macandza fouled Mohamed in the box, awarding Egypt a crucial penalty. Salah stepped up and confidently converted the spot-kick, salvaging a draw for the Pharaohs.##NAJAVA_MECA_7796288##While heartbreak ensued for Mozambique, the African underdogs can take pride in their impressive performance against one of the continent’s football powerhouses. The drawn match poses challenges for Egypt as they prepare to face Ghana in their second group game, knowing that anything less than a victory could jeopardize their advancement in the tournament.AFCON 2023- GROUP STAGESaturday Ivory Coast – Guinea B. 2-0 (1-0)/Fofana 4, Krasso 58/SundayNigeria – Equatorial Guinea 1-1 (1-1)/Osimhen 38 – Salvador 36/Egypt – Mozambique 2-2 (1-0)/Mohamed 2, Salah 90+7 pen – Witi 55, Bauque 58/23.00: (1.85) Ghana (3.60) Cape Verde (4.90)Monday 17.00: (1.40) Senegal (4.60) Gambia (10.5)20.00: (2.15) Cameroon (3.25) Guinea (3.90)23.00: (1.45) Algeria (4.10) Angola (8.50)Tuesday 17.00: (1.75) Burkina Faso (3.60) Mauritania (5.70)20.00: (1.40) Tunisia (4.60) Namibia (10.5)23.00: (2.15) Mali (3.25) S.Africa (3.90)Wednesday 20.00: (1.30) Morocco (5.80) Tanzania (12.0)23.00: (2.40) Dr Congo (3.20) Zambia (3.40)***odds are subject to change***
