Egypt defeat Russia 28-23 | Handball World Cup 2021

Hosts Egypt kicked off their campaign in the main round of the World Championship with a convincing 28-23 win over Russia in Cairo on Wednesday.

The Pharaohs were dominant throughout, especially in the first half as they led 15-8 at the interval.

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Veteran star Ahmed Al-Ahmar produced a vintage performance, toying with Russia’s defenders and scoring six goals. He was named the game’s best player.

Keeper Essam El-Tayar also shone with multiple saves, while forward Mohamed Mamodouh Hashem was also superb.

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Egypt are now level on four points with Slovenia and Sweden on top of their group in the main round.

Slovenia thrashed Macedonia 31-21 earlier on Wednesday. Sweden will take on Belorussia later in the day.

The first two teams in each group of the main round will advance to the quarter-finals.

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Watch the full match here:

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