Egypt’s path in AFCON 2025 qualifiers: A historical perspective
The draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, set to be hosted by Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, has placed the Egyptian national team in what is deemed a relatively straightforward Group C.
Group C includes Egypt alongside Cape Verde, Mauritania, and Botswana, setting the stage for an intriguing series of encounters as teams vie for a spot in the prestigious continental tournament.
Egypt’s History Against Cape Verde The Egyptian national team has only encountered Cape Verde once in recent memory, during the last edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.
The match, a pivotal clash in the third round of the tournament, concluded with a 2-2 draw, showcasing the competitive spirit between the two sides.
Egypt’s Track Record Against Botswana Historically, Egypt has faced Botswana on four occasions across various AFCON qualifiers.
In 2014, the Pharaohs first met Botswana in Gaborone, resulting in a goalless draw.
However, the return leg in Cairo saw Egypt triumph with a solitary goal scored by Mohamed Fadl.
In the AFCON 2015 qualifiers, Egypt continued their dominance over Botswana with consecutive victories, winning both matches by a two-goal margin.
Egypt’s Encounters with Mauritania Egypt has crossed paths with Mauritania twice in previous AFCON qualifying campaigns, notably during the 2008 qualifiers.
The Pharaohs secured a resounding 3-0 victory in the first match, highlighting their prowess.
The second encounter ended in a 1-1 draw, demonstrating the competitive parity between the teams.
Looking ahead, Egypt underlines its determination to navigate through Group Three successfully, aiming to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco.
With a blend of seasoned experience and emerging talent, Egypt seeks to build on its storied legacy in African football, poised to make a significant impact on the continental stage once again.
