These were n't superficial injuries , '' he told reporters . World ruling body FIFA begins investigation into incident before the World Cup qualifier . Three of Algeria 's players were injured as North African fans threw stones at team bus in Cairo . Sudan won the match to force play-off , which Egypt won Three -0 in game held in neutral Sudan . The North African rivals have a history of tensions , and other meetings have caused riots .
World ruling body FIFA begins investigation into incident before the World Cup qualifier . Three of Algeria 's players were injured as North African fans threw stones at team bus in Cairo . Sudan won the match to force play-off , which Egypt won Three -0 in game held in neutral Sudan . The North African rivals have a history of tensions , and other meetings have caused riots .