Egypt v South Africa: Three key battles to look out for

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Here are three duels that could be most important to Bafana’s chances of booking a place in the quarterfinals.

There will be massive clashes all over the pitch‚ with some of the players knowing each well from club competition over the years.

It is likely that Bafana will double-up on Salah with the left-sided midfielder tracking back too‚ but when the break is on it will be up to Hlanti keep the Egypt forward away from goal. Zungu is a big unit and while not a ferocious tackler‚ has the wiles to see the game unfolding in front of him and position himself well.AHMED ELMOHAMADY VS PERCY TAU

 

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