Egypt 1-1 Kuwait Player Ratings: Hajeri Rated 8.5/10 as Group C Match Ends in a Draw

The opening Group C match of the Arab Cup saw Egypt and Kuwait play out a tense and dramatic 1–1 draw, setting the tone for a highly competitive group stage. Egypt started the game with confidence, controlling possession and pushing forward through quick combinations in midfield. Kuwait national football team however, stayed compact and organised, choosing their moments to break with pace and test the Egyptian defence.

Despite Egypt’s early dominance, it was Kuwait who struck first. In the 66th minute, Fahad Al-Hajeri found space inside the box and guided a precise header past the goalkeeper, giving Kuwait a surprise 1–0 lead. The goal shifted the intensity of the match, forcing Egypt to commit more players forward in search of an equaliser.

As the game entered its final minutes, the pressure began to tell. A crucial turning point came when the Kuwait goalkeeper was shown a red card for a last-man challenge inside the box. Egypt were awarded a penalty, and Afsha stepped up in the 88th minute, calmly sending the replacement goalkeeper the wrong way to make it 1–1.

Egypt Player Ratings Vs Kuwait: Arab Cup (Group Stage)

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Sportsdunia's player of the match is Hajeri