friendly
7:00 p.mMarch 31, 2026
International friendly
RCDE Stadium
Referee: Georgi Kabakov, Bulgaria
Spain
Egypt
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0.00
Expected Goals (xG)
0.00
Passing by
570 (91%)
Accurate passes
361 (84%)
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1
G
David Raya
6.7
3
d
Alexandre Grimaldo
7.3
6
d
Dean Huijsen
7.2
2
d
Christian Mosquera
7.7
12
d
Pedro Porro
7.6
8
m
Carlos Soler
6.2
17
m
Pablo Fornals
6.5
26
m
Ander Barrenetxea
7.2
10
m
Dani Olmo
6.5
19
m
Lamine Yamal
6.9
7
F
Ferran Torres (C)
6.3
trainer
Luis de la Fuente Castle
Substitutes
15
m
Ahmed Nabil Koka
21
d
Khaled Sobhi
6
d
Mohamed Abdelmonem
24
d
No date
26
G
Mohamed Alaa
16
G
Mahdi Soliman
1
G
Mohamed El-Shenawy
9
F
Naser Mansi
20
m
Ibrahim Adel
11
F
Mostafa Mohamed
m
Mahmoud Saber
82′ Replaced by ZizoF
Mahmoud Trezeguet
46′ Replaced by E. Ashour
5
d
Rami Rabia
d
Hossam Abdelmaguid
85′ Replaced by O. MarmoushF
Hassem Hassan
68′ Replaced by I. IssaNo ranking data available for this league
Spain and Egypt battled to a goalless draw in a spirited friendly, with Egyptian goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir emerging as the undisputed hero.
At the RCDE Stadium on March 31, 2026, Spain dominated possession but could not break down Egypt’s resilient defence. The game ended 0-0, largely due to some stellar goaltending.
This friendly allowed Spain to integrate younger talents and try tactical variations. Egypt aimed to frustrate their European counterparts, showing their renowned defensive solidity.
Spain immediately asserted control of the midfield, moving the ball with precision. They probed the Egyptian backline, creating several early attacking opportunities.
Pedri, orchestrating the game, launched key attacks. He registered three shots, two on target, but Mostafa Shobeir made crucial saves to keep the score level.
Despite 60% Spanish possession, a goal eluded them. Egypt stayed compact, absorbing pressure efficiently and offering little offensive threat.
The Spanish coaching staff faced a challenge at halftime. They controlled the game but lacked a decisive touch. The changes were expected to provide new impetus.
Spain made a number of substitutions at half-time, bringing on Fornals, Soler, Yamal and Olmo. Those fresh legs immediately stepped up Spain’s attack, with Yamal particularly fired up.
However, Egypt’s defensive resolve remained firm. Shobeir continued his excellent form, making several more vital saves. The match became more and more physical.
In the 65th minute, Egypt’s I. Issa received a yellow card for a foul. Hossam Fathy followed in the 72nd minute for unsportsmanlike conduct as the pressure mounted.
The game was whitewashed late. Hossam Fathy received a second yellow card in the 84th minute, resulting in a red card. Egypt finished with ten men, receiving two late bookings.
Spain finished with 22 shots in total, seven on target and 10 corners. In contrast, Egypt managed just four shots in total, one on target, thanks to Shobeir’s six critical saves.
This 0-0 draw highlighted Spain’s need to finish clinically. For Egypt, it was a testament to their defensive discipline and a heroic goalkeeping performance.
