Kenya international Johnstone Omurwa believes the early goal Egypt scored on Thursday in the Africa Cup of Nations Group G qualifier at Kasarani was a blessing in disguise for the hosts.
Kenya, who were already under pressure after Comoros drew against Togo to qualify for the finals, found themselves in a difficult position when they conceded in the second minute.
Mohamed Magdy scored the goal that propelled Egypt to yet another Afcon finals while pushing the Harambee Stars closer to the exit door.
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But the hosts managed to equalize in the 69th minute - Kenya won a corner that was delivered by Duke Abuya and Michael Olunga's shot was blocked before the ball landed in Abdallah Hassan's path, and the Bandari winger hit the roof of the net.