Day 7 of the Homeless World Cup brought dramatic football under heavy rain in Oslo, as Egypt stunned the reigning champions Mexico to reach the men’s final, marking a historic first for Africa in the tournament’s two-decade history.
The North Africans battled fiercely to a 4–3 victory over Mexico, thanks in large part to the heroic performance of goalkeeper Mohamed Hussein Badawy, who pulled off a string of crucial saves to keep his side in contention. His efforts ensured Egypt not only survived the reigning champions but also advanced with confidence to face Portugal in tomorrow’s final showdown.
Earlier in the day, Egypt had faced continental rivals South Africa in a gripping semi-final encounter. South African captain Niyaaz Adriaanse set the tone with a thunderous long-range strike, before Egypt’s dynamic forward Mostafa Mohamed Ismael leveled the score. Ismael, whose quick feet and relentless energy have been one of the stories of the tournament, proved instrumental once again in propelling Egypt to victory.
While the Egyptian men made history, Mexico’s women continued their dominance. The defending champions, aiming for an unprecedented eighth consecutive title, will meet Uganda in the women’s final.
This year’s edition in Oslo builds on the legacy of last year’s record-breaking tournament in Seoul, Republic of Korea, which drew more than 500 players on specially built pitches. With the drama, passion, and historic milestones already witnessed, the 2025 Homeless World Cup is shaping up to be the tournament’s biggest and most inspiring yet.
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