AFCON 2019: Egypt 1-0 Zimbabwe; Host nation off to a flying start
Egypt secured a narrow win against Zimbabwe in the opening game of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations thanks to Trezeguet’s first-half strike.
The game started in a very interesting manner with both teams attacking each other, Egypt dominated the first few minutes of the game forcing a series of saves from the Zimbabwe goalie.
Trezeguet Mahmoud found the back of the net for Egypt on the 42nd minute with a ferocious strike to put his team in front.
Egypt also dominated the first few minutes of the second half forcing Zimbabwe to play from the back.
The host nation had many chances to add to their lead but couldn’t convert their chances.
Zimbabwe dominated the final minutes of the game but the host held on to their narrow lead until full time.
