The ruling body also begins investigation into riots before World Cup qualifier . Three of Algeria 's players were injured as Egyptian fans threw stones at team bus in Cairo . Egypt won the match to force play - off , which Algeria won 1 - 0 in game held in neutral Sudan . These were n't superficial injuries , '' he told reporters . The North African rivals have a history of rivalry , and other meetings have caused problems .
The ruling body also begins investigation into riots before World Cup qualifier . Three of Algeria 's players were injured as Egyptian fans threw stones at team bus in Cairo . Egypt won the match to force play - off , which Algeria won 1 - 0 in game held in neutral Sudan . The North African rivals have a history of rivalry , and other meetings have caused problems .