Yasser Ibrahim (Egypt National Team Player): "A Fan Predicted My Corner Kick Goal, I'll Find Him to Give Him My Shirt"

Egypt national team defender Yasser Ibrahim captured attention after his country secured qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-finals. His moment in the spotlight wasn't just for his goal against Benin, but for a unique interaction involving a fan.

Following the match, Ibrahim revealed his special connection with a supporter. "I will search for the fan who predicted I would score from a corner today and give him my jersey," he stated, referring to his goal which remarkably came from a corner kick, fulfilling the fan's prediction.

Ibrahim also expressed his satisfaction with the team's collective effort. "I am happy with the Man of the Match award, which is a culmination of the entire team's effort," he said.

"We knew the strength of the Benin national team, but we were determined to achieve victory," he explained.

The Egyptian player affirmed his team's readiness for the upcoming challenges. "We are happy to qualify for the quarter-finals and are ready to face any team," he added.

The Egyptian national team secured their place in the quarter-finals after defeating Benin 3-1 in a match held yesterday at the Grand Stade d'Agadir.