Egypt’s encounters with Mozambique take center stage in the historical narrative of the tournament.
The saga of clashes between Egypt and Mozambique dates back to 1986 during the 15th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations.
In the group stage, the Pharaohs emerged victorious with a decisive 2-0 win. The encounter was a glimpse into Egypt’s prowess on the continental stage.
The footballing narrative continued to unfold in 1998, within the framework of the AFCON 1998, during the first round of Group D matches.
Egypt, once again, asserted their dominance with a 2-0 triumph, with veteran striker Hossam Hassan leaving an indelible mark on the scoreline.
The third meeting transpired during the AFCON 2010 group stage, marking another chapter in this footballing rivalry.
The Pharaohs sealed the match with a 2-0 victory, featuring an own goal by Dario Khan and a goal by the prolific striker Mohamed Nagy Gedo.
Moving beyond the AFCON, the teams clashed in the qualifiers for the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Egypt secured a 2-0 win in the first leg of the group stage, with goals by defender Mahmoud Fathallah and forward Mohamed Zidan.
In the return leg, Egypt emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, courtesy of a goal by Egyptian star Mohamed Salah on Mozambique soil.
Looking ahead, the upcoming fixture between Egypt and Mozambique is scheduled for Sunday, January 14, at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium at 7:00 PM Cairo time.
This match marks the opening encounter for both teams in Group B of the AFCON 2023, setting the stage for what promises to be an enthralling tournament filled with historic matchups and footballing spectacle.
