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Egypt defeated Spain 2-0 at the Paris Olympic Games to secure a slot in the quarterfinal.
Egypt and Spain were in action in round 3 of the men's football game at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Already qualified, Spain needed a win to see out the group stage matches without a loss.
They were heading into this match with a strong 3-1 win over Dominican Republic.
Egypt on other hand headed into this match with a win against Uzbekistan after drawing in a goalless match against Dominican Republic.
Spain showed determination and lots of cohesion in the first half but it was Egypt who scored first.
Just before half time, Ibrahim and Zamalek's Zizo combined to register their first goal.
In the second half, despite Spain maintaining majority of the possession, Egypt scored again in the 62nd minute when Adel pounced on loose ball and beat keeper.
Egypt were able to see out the rest of the game and repel Spain's advances towards goal.
With this win, Egypt now sit at the top of group C and will progress to the quarter finals as the winners of the group.
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