Angola v Egypt preview
Egypt will look to register their third successive win at AFCON 2025 when they come up against Angola tomorrow.
Hossam Hassan’s side have enjoyed wins over Zimbabwe and South Africa to make sure of their place in the knockout stages and a draw here will ensure they finish top of the pool.
The Egypt boss says there will be no let up from his side.
“We will play to win against Angola even after qualifying,” Hassan said. “This match is a valuable opportunity to prepare the team for the upcoming rounds, with full respect for Angola’s quality and status.
“Angola are a strong and respected team. This game gives us the chance to fine-tune our performance. The players are showing the spirit and determination worthy of the Egypt national team and our constant goal of making the fans happy.”
That’s not to say Hassan won’t make changes to his starting XI and keep some of his big-hitters fresh for the challenges to come.
Speaking after the win over South Africa, he said: ”I will introduce new faces during the game against Angola as it comes just 48 hours after today’s match.”
Angola are third in Group B and know a win is a must if they are to stand any realistic chance of advancing.
Angola v Egypt Team News
Egypt defender Mohamed Hany is suspended after being sent off against Bafana Bafana.
Hassan could resist the temptation to leave Mohamed Salah on the bench from the start but he will likely come off at some stage.
Angola will be at full strength for a match they have to win.
Angola v Egypt: AFCON 2025 predicted line-ups
Angola starting XI: Marques; Mata, Buatu, Carmo, Carneiro; Mukendi, Show; Benson, Fredy, Dala; Nzola
Egypt starting XI: El-Shenawy; Hamdi, Rabia, Fathy, Ibrahim, Ashour; Trezeguet, Attia, Zizo; Marmoush, Salah
How to watch Angola v Egypt: TV channel, live online stream
Kick-off on Monday is at 16:00 UK time. In the UK, live AFCON 2025 coverage is on Channel 4’s 4seven, All 4 and YouTube channel. In the USA, beIN Sports is the tournament broadcaster.
Online live streaming is available on a vast range of devices through Channel 4’s website and app and the beIN Sports app.
Angola v Egypt: AFCON 2025 stats
- Egypt have not won the AFCON for 16 years
- They have suffered last-16 exits in three of the last four AFCON tournaments
- Angola have not won any of their last seven meetings with Egypt
Angola v Egypt prediction
Angola’s need for the win could open up space on the break for Egypt and in Salah and Omar Marmoush they have players with the pace to capitalise.
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