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Mohamed Salah breaks Egypt scoring record after hitting double in rout of Malawi

Mohamed Salah has broken the all-time Egypt scoring record after his double ensured Ali Maher's reign as manager started in style after the Pharoahs demolished Malawi 5-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday. Maher had only been in charge six days following the exit of Hossam Hassan but his team produced a ruthless performance at Cairo International Stadium. Nasser Maher put Egypt…

Mohamed Salah breaks Egypt scoring record after hitting double in rout of Malawi

Mohamed Salah has shattered the all-time Egyptian scoring record, netting two goals in Egypt's 5-0 victory over Malawi in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The performance marked Ali Maher's manager debut, following Hossam Hassan's six-day tenure. Salah's brace, along with contributions from Nasser Maher, Omar Marmoush, and Mohamed Hany, propelled Egypt to the top of Group B. The win solidifies Salah's status as Egypt's top goalscorer.

Meanwhile, Morocco's Achraf Hakimi scored twice in a 5-1 win against Niger, extending Morocco's perfect start in Group A and advancing towards qualification.

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