
Cairo, Egypt, February 27, 2015 - Egypt overpowered Morocco 3-0 as the 2015 Men's U21 African Nations Championship opened at the Eastern Company Hall in Cairo, Egypt on Friday.
The tournament winner and runner up will qualify the FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship in Tijuana and Mexicali, Mexico from September 7 -20, 2015.
Egypt dominated the match early through their disciplined defence and strong attacks notably opposite Saad Mohsen and outside hitter Ahmed Diaa.
They improved in the third set, but they couldn't withstand Egypt’s dominance as they wrapped up a straight sets victory.
Algeria play Morocco on day two of the competition.