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Saber Breaks Through: Egypt Edge Nigeria in Cairo Friendly

16 December 2025

Saber Breaks Through: Egypt Edge Nigeria in Cairo Friendly
Saber opens Egypt's international account in the friendly against Nigeria.

Match highlights

Mohamed Saber, a midfielder for ZED FC, marks his first international imprint for Egypt in the friendly against Nigeria at Cairo Stadium.

The Egyptian side prepares for AFCON 2025 in Morocco, from December 21 to January 18.

Saber scored the second goal in the 27th minute after a superb cross by Ahmed Mustafa 'Zizo'.

The 24-year-old Saber also netted his first international goal in his tenth cap for Egypt.

Team updates

The match saw Mohamed Abdel-Nem, the Nice defender, among those in attendance to back the Pharaohs before they head to Morocco.

Abdel-Nem is unavailable for Egypt due to incomplete recovery from a ligament injury sustained last April.

Egypt also had Mahmoud Hassan 'Trezeguet' out with tooth pain, Ibrahim Adel injured, and Mohamed Salah plus Omar Marmoush late to join.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who scored for Egypt and what was notable?

Mahmoud Saber scored the second goal, marking his first international goal in his tenth appearance.

Where is AFCON 2025 being held and when does it run?

AFCON 2025 takes place in Morocco from December 21 to January 18.

Who was unavailable for the match?

Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush joined late; Ibrahim Adel was injured; Mahmoud Hassan 'Trezeguet' missed due to tooth pain.