Key Takeaways:
- Egypt sealed qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a 3-0 away triumph against Djibouti
- Mohamed Salah scored twice, including a stunning volley in the 84th minute, last night
- The Pharaohs are now five points clear atop Group A with 23 points and a round to spare
Pharaohs Clinch World Cup Spot in Style
Egypt have confirmed their place at the 2026 World Cup after recording a dominant 3-0 victory over Djibouti on the road. With this result, Egypt become the 19th side to book their ticket to the tournament across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This marks the nation’s fourth appearance at the global showpiece, having previously featured in 1934, 1990, and 2018.
Egypt book their spot at the 2026 World Cup 🇪🇬 pic.twitter.com/1y4qmqqFcl
— B/R Football (@brfootball) October 8, 2025
Match Summary and Goal Analysis
The visitors wasted little time asserting control, breaking the deadlock in the eighth minute through Ibrahim Adel, who directed a header past the goalkeeper after a cross from Zizo. Mohamed Salah quickly extended the advantage in the 14th minute, calmly tucking his effort beyond Omar Mahamoud. Salah completed his brace late in the match, executing a sublime volley to lift the ball over the opposing keeper in the 84th minute, sealing a commanding victory for Egypt.
| Team | Goals | Scorers (Minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| Djibouti | 0 | – |
| Egypt | 3 | Ibrahim Adel (8), Mohamed Salah (14, 84) |
Group Standings and Qualification Outlook
With one fixture remaining in the Africa qualifiers, Egypt sit unassailable atop Group A on 23 points, maintaining a five-point buffer over closest rivals Burkina Faso, who will contest a playoff berth. Djibouti, conversely, remain rooted to the foot of the table in sixth, having managed just one point from nine outings.
