GOAL rates the performance of Carlos Queiroz's men following their hard-fought win over Cameroon via penalties after a goalless draw at the end of ex…
Backpagepix.Mohamed Abou Gabal – 9/10
Abou Gabal was on top of his game for the entire match despite suffering some pain. He made excellent saves to keep Egypt in the game and his efforts helped them win the penalty shoot-out.
AdvertisementBackpagePix.Omar Kamal – 7/10
Although he received the first yellow card of the game in the 37th minute, the 28-year-old made crucial tackles and blocks in his 85 minutes of action.
Backpagepix.Mohamed Abdelmonem – 7/10
He was up to the task to limit Vincent Aboubakar's attacking threat as he closely followed the Cameroon captain in and out of the box.
BackpagepixMahmoud Hamdi El Wensh – 7/10
The centre-back was solid in the heart of defence, in the absence of Ahmed Hegazi. He made the most clearances (6) as the Pharaohs held Antonio Conceicao's side to win on penalties.