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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Harry Latham-Coyle

Egypt v South Africa live: Mohamed Salah sends 10-man Pharaohs through in controversial Africa Cup of Nations clash

Mohamed Salah celebrates the penalty that sent Egypt through to the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations - (AFP via Getty Images)

A controversial Mohamed Salah penalty sent Egypt through to the last-16 of the Africa Cup of Nations despite being down to 10 men for the whole of the second half against South Africa, who were denied a penalty of their own right at the death.

After a cagey start, the game exploded into life towards the end of the first half as Salah was caught by a stray arm from South Africa defender Khuliso Mudau in the box. The VAR recommended an on-field review and a penalty was awarded, with Salah keeping cool to chip it down the middle.

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