Salah may not always be at his sharpest, but he remains one of the standout stars of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, and he proved it with a composed finish that handed Egypt national football team a hard-fought victory over Zimbabwe in their opening Group B match.

How Did Salah Score His Goal at AFCON 2025?

Salah had not been particularly lethal in his first appearance at AFCON 2025 — which you can follow live on beIN SPORTS — but he was intelligent in linking play and creating chances for his teammates. His reward came in the dying moments of the match.

In the 90th minute, The Pharaoh capitalized on a series of rebounds, adjusted his body inside the box, and calmly finished to seal a 2–1 victory, closing out Monday’s action in the tournament.

How Many Goals Does Salah Have in AFCON History?

Mohamed Salah has now recorded eight goals and four assists in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations.

That tally may not grow as quickly going forward, as the AFCON will now be held every four years.