Marmoush on target as Egypt overcome Cape Verde | OneFootball

Omar Marmoush scored as Egypt recorded a 2-0 victory over Cape Verde on penalties after the sides had drawn 1-1 in a third place play-off at the Al Ain International Cup.

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With both sides having qualified for the 2026 World Cup finals, the game – staged in the United Arab Emirates - formed the starting point in their respective preparations for next month’s African Cup of Nations to be held in Morocco.

It was Cape Verde who struck first, Garry Rodrigues converting a seventh minute penalty the fire the island nation ahead.

However, the Pharaohs hit back after the break thanks to City striker Marmoush who levelled affairs with a fine 57th minute strike.

With neither side able to make another breakthrough, the game went to a penalty shootout.

And though Marmoush saw his spot-kick saved, Egypt prevailed 2-0 in the shootout to take the third-place honours.