SOUTH AFRICA - Egypt U20s opened their African Cup of Nations (ACN) campaign with a 2-0 victory over outsiders Lesotho on Sunday. Ismaili defender Ahmed Hegazi headed Egypt into a 48th minute lead, before Arab Contractors starlet Mohamed Salah won a penalty and converted it successfully on 66 minutes. In the other group match, Mali were helped by a brace from Paris St. Germain youngster Kalifa Coulibaly to thrash hosts South Africa 4-2. The Malians lead Group A on goal difference before facing Egypt in a crucial game on Wednesday.