Angola coach Patrice Beaumelle left the Stade d’Agadir with mixed emotions after watching his side dominate but draw 0–0 with Egypt in their AFCON 2025 group clash.
Beaumelle admitted he was sad with just a point, stressing that Angola had done enough to win after creating the better chances and carrying the initiative for most of the match.
“I have mixed feelings tonight. First of all, I am sad because we only got one point. We wanted more. But on the other hand, I saw my team do exactly what I asked of them on the pitch. I think we were the better team tonight and that we deserved to win. In short, I am sad but at the same time very proud of my players,”
He reserved special praise for veteran midfielder Fredy, who signed off his international career on an emotional night after being named Man of the Match. Beaumelle highlighted Fredy’s exemplary mentality and his ability to handle back-to-back games at 35.
“I want to pay tribute to Fredy, who is ending his career. He has an exemplary mentality. I salute his ability to play matches back-to-back in this competition at his age. Personally, I hope this is not his last match and that we receive good news in the next two days — namely, qualification for the next round even with two points. Whatever happens, I hope he remains with the team and that we can continue working with him for the development of Angolan football.”
