Liverpool ace Mohamed Salah was fortunate to avoid injury after being targeted by pitch invaders during Egypt’s World Cup qualifier with Sierra Leone.
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Reds forward in World Cup qualifying actionPharaohs pick up welcome winInjuries avoided when fans take to the fieldWHAT HAPPENED?
The Pharaohs were out on the road as they endeavour to make their way towards FIFA’s flagship event in 2026. They emerged victorious on the day, with Trezeguet bagging a brace in a 2-0 win that has them perched at the top of CAF Group A with six points from two games.
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Salah played the full 90 minutes for his country, with Premier League employers back at Anfield keeping a close eye on how he is getting on. They will have been less than impressed at seeing supporters take to the pitch during shocking scenes in Sierra Leone.
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Punches were thrown as fans tried to get near superstar performers – with some clearly having Salah in their sights – and security staff had their work cut out trying to remove unwelcome guests from the field of play.