Egypt Cruises to Victory, But the World Cup Road Remains Long
So, Egypt totally crushed Ethiopia in their World Cup qualifier last night! A solid 2-0 win, thanks to goals from the one and only Mohamed Salah and Zizo. Honestly, it was a pretty decisive victory, putting them five points ahead in Group A. But let's not get ahead of ourselves – the World Cup is still a long way off, you know?
Salah Shines, Egypt Dominates
The game was played in Casablanca, Morocco, because Ethiopia couldn't host. From the kickoff, it was clear Egypt was in control. Salah, as always, was the star, scoring a cool goal in the 31st minute – a beautiful through ball from Hamdi Fathy set him up perfectly. Zizo added another before halftime, with Salah providing the assist this time. Egypt had tons of other chances, but 2-0 was enough. It kept their unbeaten run alive in the qualifiers, which is seriously impressive. You could feel their World Cup ambitions in every pass.
Tough Times for Ethiopia
Poor Ethiopia. They've now gone eight World Cup qualifiers without a win. They just couldn’t break down Egypt’s defense; it was a tough night for them. It's a real uphill battle for them now – they need a serious turnaround to have any hope of qualifying. Let's hope they can find their form soon.
Sierra Leone Next: A Crucial Match
Egypt's now focused on their next game against Sierra Leone. Coach Hossam Hassan stressed keeping the momentum going – consistency is key. A win against Sierra Leone would put them in a seriously strong position to qualify for the World Cup. With Salah leading the charge and the team playing so well, their chances look pretty bright. They're aiming for their fourth World Cup appearance, and they’re definitely on track.
What We Learned
Egypt’s win was huge. It was a major step towards their World Cup dream. Salah’s performance, as usual, was absolutely vital. He's the heart of that team. And the Sierra Leone match? That's going to be a massive game; it could really decide their fate. For Ethiopia, the message is clear: They need to improve significantly, or the World Cup dream will fade fast.
