Mohamed Salah’s 97th-Minute Penalty Rescues Egypt in 2-2 Draw against Mozambique. In a tҺrilling Group B clаsh at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Egypt was saved from a potential upset as Mohamed Salah converted a penalty in the 97th minute to secure a 2-2 draw against Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations. The crucial penalty was awarded after a Video Assistant Referee check for a foul committed by Mozambique defender Domingos Macandza inside the box.

Egypt started the game strongly, taking the lead within two minutes through Mostafa Mohamed’s goal. However, Mozambique turned the tide in the second half, capitalizing on Egypt’s missed opportunities. Witi and substitute Clesio Bauque scored two quick goals within three minutes to give Mozambique a surprising advantage.

Just as it seemed Mozambique was on the verge of its first-ever Africa Cup of Nations victory, Salah stepped up in the dying moments of the game. His spot-kιck Һit the post before finding the back of the net, denying Mozambique the historic win and salvaging a draw for Egypt.

While Egypt will be relieved to have avoided defeat, the team will be aware of the need for improvement in future matches. They now turn their focus to the upcoming fixture against Ghana. Mozambique, despite the disappointment of conceding a late equalizer, can take pride in their performance and will face Cape Verde in their next match.

Throughout the game, Egypt showcased dominance, but their failure to convert their chances and defensive lapses allowed Mozambique to stage a comeback. Mostafa Mohamed’s early goal gave Egypt the advantage, but Mozambique demonstrated resilience and punished their opponents with two well-taken goals.

Egypt came close to equalizing earlier when Hamdi Fathi’s creative flick Һit the post. However, it was Salah’s late heroics from the penalty spot that ultimately secured a draw for his team, leaving both sides with a share of the points.