Yalla Kora's camera captured the behind-the-scenes moments of the meeting between Pitso Mosimane, the South Africa national team coach, and Ahmed Fathy, the former Al Ahly and Pyramids FC star, following the friendly match against Egypt.
The Egyptian national team fell to a 1-0 defeat against their South African counterparts in a friendly match hosted at Cairo International Stadium, marking the end of both teams' fixtures during the current international break.
Jaden Adams scored the opening goal for Bafana Bafana in the 50th minute, capitalizing on Mostafa Shobir's error in clearing the ball. He dribbled past Hossam Abdel Magid and easily slotted the ball into the net.
Led by coach Hossam Hassan, the Egyptian team attempted to secure a positive result against visiting South Africa in Sunday's match, aiming to restore calm after a series of crises that accompanied the September camp.
Behind the scenes of Mosimane's meeting with Ahmed Fathy
Immediately after the Egypt vs. South Africa match ended, Ahmed Fathy, the former Al Ahly star, greeted Mosimane. The two shared a warm hug and exchanged greetings, engaging in a very friendly conversation.
Mosimane said, "I love you... I love you, how are you?" to which Ahmed Fathy replied, "And I love you too."
Mosimane added (asking): "Are you coming here?" Fathy answered: "I told you I would tell you."
Mosimane concluded: "If you need anything, or want any help, always call me, agreed?" Ahmed Fathy commented: "Thank you."
Ahmed Fathy: "Thank you."
Mosimane steals the spotlight before the Egypt vs. South Africa friendly
Egyptian fans attending the Egypt vs. South Africa match at Cairo International Stadium gave a special greeting to coach Pitso Mosimane, the head coach of the "Bafana Bafana," before the start of the game.
As soon as the South African coach stepped onto the pitch, the fans' greeting drew attention as they saluted him with chants and gestures, while also applauding him.
Mosimane quickly returned the greeting to the present fans, expressing the mutual love and gratitude between them.
The coach has a distinguished experience in Egypt with Al Ahly club, and he is no stranger to Cairo International Stadium, which witnessed many of his matches with the "Red Giant," most notably the 2020 CAF Champions League final against traditional rivals Zamalek.
