Egypt secured their first victory in the 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship by defeating Iran in a four-set match.
The Egyptian team managed to recover from a second-set loss to secure the win.
Key moments in the third set included a 3-0 run by Egypt, initiated by an attack from Abdelrahman Mohammed and followed by crucial blocks.
Despite a brief resurgence from Iran, Egypt ultimately clinched the match victory due to consecutive errors from the Iranian side.
Ahmed Shafik was the top scorer for Egypt with 18 points, supported by Abdelrahman Elhossiny Eissa's 17 points.
Ali Haghparast led Iran's scoring with 17 points.
Egypt will next compete against the host nation, the Philippines.
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