AFCON 2025: Egypt Becomes First Team To Reach Last 16 After Win Over South Africa

AFCON 2025: Egypt Becomes First Team To Reach Last 16 After Win Over South Africa

Sampson Adedeji

Egypt have become the first country to qualify for the round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Africa in their Group A encounter on Friday evening, BSNSports.com.ng reports,

The seven-time African champions secured the crucial win to book their place in the knockout stage with a game to spare, continuing their strong start to the tournament.

The Pharaohs had earlier opened their AFCON 2025 campaign with a 2-1 win against Zimbabwe, and Friday’s success ensured they maintained a perfect record in the group.

With maximum points from their first two matches, Egypt now sit comfortably at the top of Group A and will head into their final group game with confidence as they set their sights on a record-extending eighth continental title.