Match report
Uruguay Defeats Egypt 1-0 in World Cup Clash
Egypt
0–1
FT
Uruguay
Jun 15, 2018
Uruguay emerged victorious in a tense World Cup match against Egypt, winning 1-0. The decisive moment came in the 89th minute when José María Giménez scored the match-winning goal, sealing Uruguay's fate in the tournament. Egypt struggled to break through Uruguay's solid defense, despite several substitutions to bolster their attacking lineup. This crucial victory positions Uruguay as a formidable force in the competition.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Egypt 0–1 Uruguay
- • Goal: José María Giménez (89')
- • Substitutions: S. Morsy off for Tarek Hamed (50'), N. Nández on for C. Sánchez (58'), G. de Arrascaeta on for C. Rodríguez (59'), Marwan Mohsen on for Kahraba (63'), Amr Warda on for Ramadan Sobhi (82'), M. Vecino on for L. Torreira (87')
Lineups
Egypt
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 23 Mohamed El Shenawy (G)
- 7 Ahmed Fathy (D)
- 13 Mohamed Abdul Shafy (D)
- 6 Ahmed Hegazi (D)
- 2 Ali Gabr (D)
- 19 Abdalla El Said (M)
- 8 Tarek Hamed (M)
- 17 Mohamed Elneny (M)
- 21 Trézéguet (M)
- 22 Amr Warda (M)
- 9 Marwan Mohsen (F)
Substitutes
- 5 Sam Morsy
- 11 Kahraba
- 14 Ramadan Sobhi
- 1 Essam El Hadary
- 3 Ahmed El Mohamady
- 4 Omar Gaber
- 10 Mohamed Salah
- 12 Ayman Ashraf
- 15 Mahmoud Hamdi El Wensh
- 16 Sherif Ekramy
- 18 Shikabala
- 20 Saad Samir
Uruguay
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 F. Muslera (G)
- 22 M. Cáceres (D)
- 3 D. Godín (D)
- 4 G. Varela (D)
- 2 J. Giménez (D)
- 15 M. Vecino (M)
- 10 G. De Arrascaeta (M)
- 8 N. Nández (M)
- 6 R. Bentancur (M)
- 9 L. Suárez (F)
- 21 E. Cavani (F)
Substitutes
- 5 C. Sánchez
- 7 C. Rodríguez
- 14 L. Torreira
- 11 C. Stuani
- 12 M. Campaña
- 13 G. Silva
- 16 M. Pereira
- 17 D. Laxalt
- 18 M. Gómez
- 19 S. Coates
- 20 J. Urretaviscaya
- 23 M. Silva
Timeline
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50' Egypt subst · Substitution 1Off: Tarek Hamed · On: S. Morsy -
58' Uruguay subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Nández · On: C. Sánchez -
59' Uruguay subst · Substitution 2Off: G. de Arrascaeta · On: C. Rodríguez -
63' Egypt subst · Substitution 2Off: Marwan Mohsen · On: Kahraba -
82' Egypt subst · Substitution 3Off: Amr Warda · On: Ramadan Sobhi -
87' Uruguay subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Vecino · On: L. Torreira -
89' Uruguay Goal · Normal GoalJosé María Giménez · Assist: C. Sánchez -
90' Egypt Card · Yellow CardS. MorsyFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | Egypt | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | 74% | 86% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 8 | 15 |
| Corners | 0 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 424 | 588 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 5 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 6 |
| Possession | 41% | 59% |
| Accurate Passes | 313 | 503 |
| Shots Inside Box | 4 | 8 |
| Saves | 4 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Uruguay's tactical substitutions in the second half strengthened their defense and attack, leading to their goal in the 89th minute.
- ▸ José María Giménez's goal in the final moments of the match secured Uruguay's victory, silencing Egypt's late push for an equalizer.