This archive report was first published on 7 July 2019.
South Africa stuns Egypt in AFCON ¶
On July 6, 2019, Thembinkosi Lorch scored on 85 minutes to give South Africa a stunning 1-0 victory over Africa Cup of Nations hosts Egypt in a pulsating last-16 clash in Cairo.
South Africa, who were rank outsiders against the record seven-time African champions, had a seesaw struggle that was settled when a swift counterattack allowed Lebo Mothiba to send Lorch through and score.
South Africa will face arch-rivals Nigeria, who eliminated holders Cameroon earlier Saturday, in the quarter-finals.
Despite being rank outsiders, South Africa's victory marked a significant upset in the tournament.
