⚽ The Pharaohs snatched a hard-fought W in their AFCON opener yesterday: Our homegrown national team secured a narrow 2-1 victory against Zimbabwe yesterday in their first match of the African Cup of Nations. But it didn’t come easy — our campaign was saved by all-star Mohamed Salah, who clinched the second goal in the 91st minute.

The Egyptian team will play its second match of the tournament this Friday against South Africa at Adrar Stadium in Morocco.

What we’re watching tonight:

  • Tunisia vs. Uganda (10pm), airing on BeIN Sports 1.

Also in the spotlight is Arsenal’s match against Crystal Palace. The Gunners and the Eagles are facing off at 10pm in the quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup, which will air on BeIN Sports 2.

On the homefront: Al Ahly and Ghazl El Mahalla are locking horns in the third round of the Egyptian League Cup group stages. The match kicks off at 5pm at Mahalla Stadium and will air on ON Sports.

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