Watch: Mohamed Salah nets thrilling stoppage-time winner for Egypt at AFCON
In an electrifying opening match for Group B at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt mounted an exciting second-half resurgence to clinch a 2-1 win over Zimbabwe. Although Egypt was widely expected to triumph, they needed to rally hard at the Stade Adrar in Agadir, ultimately depending on the exceptional skills of captain Mohamed Salah to secure all three points in the final moments. This victory marks a flawless beginning to their campaign as they aim for a record-extending eighth continental title. Mohamed Salah strikes the winner for Egypt. Despite Egypt having the upper hand in possession early on and Salah generating multiple chances for Trezeguet, the Warriors surprisingly headed into halftime with a 1-0 advantage, thanks to a goal by Prince Dube in the 20th minute. Egypt returned for the second half with a renewed sense of urgency, pushing Zimbabwe back into their defensive zone. The mounting pressure bore fruit in the 63rd minute when Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush scored the equalizer. As the match approached its conclusion, it seemed Zimbabwe might secure an improbable draw. However, in the 91st minute, Mohamed Salah showcased why he is still the cornerstone of Egyptian football. Salah received a pass just outside the penalty area, fended off a challenge from Teenage Hadebe, and expertly slotted the ball into the net, igniting excitement among the traveling supporters. Watch the goal: What a goal by Mo Salah? Egyptian king. pic.twitter.com/2TxgQfE1J0 — Goals Side (@goalsside) December 22, 2025 Salah’s display indicates he is not the issue for Liverpool. In addition to the three points for Egypt, Mohamed Salah continues to draw attention away from the Premier League. The Egyptian international has faced unexpected challenges regarding his goal-scoring for Liverpool this season; however, his showing against Zimbabwe implies that his struggles in front of goal might be tied to Arne Slot’s strategies rather than a decline in his abilities. ? Mohamed Salah against Zimbabwe: • 1 goal • Scored the winning goal • 3 big chances created • 6 key passes • 3 crosses • 2 dribbles • 5 recoveries • 5 duels won • 4 shots • 34 passes • 69 touches pic.twitter.com/FqzYnmwath — The Touchline | ? (@TouchlineX) December 22, 2025 This assertion is further reinforced by his consistent contributions for the national side. Salah scored three goals during the World Cup qualifiers in September and October, and now he’s made a stellar start at AFCON. His recent display against Brighton in a 2-0 victory served as a similar reminder to Slot and his critics that he remains Liverpool’s most formidable player. As the January transfer window approaches, Salah’s prospects at the club have become a focal point of intense media speculation. It remains to be seen whether his situation at Anfield will improve after AFCON, but on the international front, the Egyptian King shows no signs of diminishing.
Published: 2025-12-22 22:17:00
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