The infamous Egypt vs Algeria WM qualification match in Cairo's international stadium that ended 2:0
EGYPT, CAIRO: WM qualification match Egypt versus Algeria. There were disturbances before and after the international association football match between Egypt and Algeria in November 2009, leading to diplomatic tensions between Egypt and Algeria. The match took place in Cairo on 14 November, with Egypt winning 2–0. The result left Egypt and Algeria tied for first place in Group C, necessitating a playoff match in a neutral country. In 1989, Egypt beat Algeria in a decisive qualifying match for the 1990 World Cup with lots of violence happening after the match. That was the beginning for the Egypt Algeria rivalry. The lead-up to this year's crucial match was hyped with media in both countries alluded to the 1989 match. Security meassurements were high in Cairo.
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Location: Cairo, Egypt
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