Egypt vs Senegal

Senegal started the stronger side, feeding off home support at the 550-capacity Dakar Arena. The Teranga Lions led by 11 points early in the second quarter, controlling the paint and forcing Egypt into rushed perimeter shots. Senegal entered the game averaging 88.2 points per game in the qualifiers — the highest in Group F — and looked set to hit that mark.

Egypt, coached by Spaniard Agustí Julbe, adjusted before half-time. A switch to a 2-3 zone defence clogged Senegal's driving lanes and forced them into contested jump shots. The move stemmed the flow and allowed Egypt to chip away at the deficit, taking their first lead early in the third quarter.

The decisive sequence came midway through the third period. After Senegal cut the lead back to one, Egypt responded with an 8-0 run — anchored by consecutive defensive stops and fast-break baskets — to establish a working margin they never relinquished. Senegal could not get closer than five points the rest of the way.

Egypt's switch to a 2-3 zone defence early in the second quarter. Senegal had scored freely in the opening 12 minutes, but the zone disrupted their rhythm, forced perimeter jump shots, and allowed Egypt to control the defensive glass. Over the final 30 minutes, Senegal never regained the offensive flow that produced their early lead. Egypt held Senegal to 67 points — more than 21 below their tournament average of 88.2 ppg.

Amr El Gendy (Egypt) — The veteran guard was instrumental in Egypt's second-half surge, leading all scorers while directing the offence with composure after Senegal's early pressure.

Ahmed Yasser (Egypt) — Provided interior stability, anchoring Egypt's zone defence and limiting Senegal's second-chance opportunities.

Brancou Badio (Senegal) — The captain led Senegal in scoring and assists, keeping his side within striking distance through the third quarter.

Ibrahima Faye (Senegal) — Contributed in the paint but was less effective after Egypt's zone adjustment.

Player of the Match: Amr El Gendy (Egypt)

Senegal entered the game averaging 88.2 points per game in the qualifiers, the highest in Group F. Egypt held them to 67 — more than 21 points below their season average — a testament to Julbe's zone strategy and Egypt's defensive discipline.

Egypt's own 76 points sat just below their 77.7 ppg average, but the efficiency after the break told the story. After shooting 32% from the field in the first half, Egypt connected on 54% after switching to a more aggressive offensive approach.

In Groups E and F of the Second Round, only the top two finishers across both groups combined earn a spot at the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Egypt (4-3, 11 pts) moved level on points with Angola and kept qualification within reach. Senegal (5-2, 12 pts) missed a chance to consolidate second place behind group leaders Côte d'Ivoire.

Egypt next face Côte d'Ivoire on 29 August in Dakar — a game that could define their qualification hopes.

Senegal next face Angola on 29 August, also in Dakar — a direct clash between teams on 12 and 11 points respectively.

Both teams play three games in this window (27–30 August).

Egypt's tactical discipline in the second half — switching to zone and executing under pressure — earned a win that keeps their World Cup dream alive. Senegal, dominant through the first round, now face real pressure after letting a home fixture slip. Group F is wide open with three games remaining.

Egypt 76-67 Senegal

FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers — Second Round, Group F

Dakar Arena, Dakar (Senegal) — Attendance: 550

Referees: Yann Davidson (MAD), Kingsley Ojeaburu (NGR), Peter Omwenga Ontita (KEN)

Technical Delegate: Didier Shema-Maboko (RWA)

Player of the Match: Amr El Gendy (Egypt)