Egypt vs Russia — International Friendlies

**Egypt 1-0 Russia**

**Playing Style:** Egypt dominated possession (54% vs 46%) and created more opportunities, with 11 total shots (4 on target) compared to Russia’s 8 (1 on target). Their play was more structured, with higher accuracy in passing (86% vs 85%) and more successful dribbles (6 vs 3). Russia, while less dominant in possession, had more successful long balls (29 vs 24) and corners (6 vs 5), suggesting a more direct approach. Both teams had similar levels of defensive actions and aerial duels, but Egypt was more effective in winning ground duels and clearing the ball.

**Strengths and Weaknesses:** Egypt’s strengths lay in their control of the game, with more shots on target, better passing accuracy, and higher presence in the opponent’s half (48% vs 39%). They also had a higher box entry to shot rate (65% vs 53%) and shot on target percentage (36% vs 12%), indicating more clinical finishing from their chances. However, they struggled with converting big chances, managing only 1 out of 3 (33% conversion rate).

Russia’s strengths included more successful long balls and corners, as well as more successful tackles (16 vs 10). However, they were less effective in front of goal, failing to convert any of their 2 big chances (0% conversion rate). Their lower shot on target percentage (12% vs 36%) and fewer shots on target (1 vs 4) highlighted their inefficiency in attacking situations.

**Conclusion:** Egypt’s performance was more effective overall, with better control of the game, more shots on target, and higher conversion rates from box entries. Despite Russia’s direct approach and better long-ball play, they failed to capitalize on their limited chances. Egypt’s ability to maintain possession and create higher quality opportunities was key to their 1-0 victory. While Egypt did not convert all their big chances, their higher conversion rate (33% vs 0%) suggests they were more dangerous in the final third. Russia, though more aggressive in certain areas, lacked the finishing precision to break the scoreless stalemate.