Egypt seeks eighth title in Cote d’Ivoire: Egypt are set to participate in the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations for the 26th time, making them the team that has played the most matches in the tournament’s history. Arranged in group B, the Pharaohs will face Mozambique, Ghana and Cape Verde.
With a rich history, Egypt holds the record for the most titles won in Africa’s premier football tournament, with seven titles to its name. Additionally, the Pharaohs have the distinction of hosting the tournament more times than any other country, having hosted the event five times, the most recent being in 2019.
The Egyptian national team, which finished second in the last edition in 2021, is determined to regain continental glory and stand on the winners’ podium, a point it last reached in the edition 2010 in Angola.
As seven-time champions, Egypt face a tough Group B, where they aim to defeat Mozambique, Ghana and Cape Verde in their quest for another Africa Cup of Nations victory. The football world is eagerly awaiting the performance of this legendary team in the upcoming competition.
Egypt seeks eighth title in Cote d’Ivoire
Egypt’s Group B matches
January 14, 2024
– Egypt vs. Mozambique at 17:00 GMT, Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan.
January 18, 2024
– Egypt vs. Ghana at 20:00 GMT, Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan.
January 22, 2024
– Cape Verde vs. Egypt at 20:00 GMT, Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan.
Egypt’s Record in TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations
– 1957: Champion
– 1959: Champion
– 1962: Runner-up
– 1963: Bronze Medal
– 1970: Bronze Medal
– 1972: Did not qualify
– 1974: Bronze Medal
– 1980: Fourth Place
– 1984: Fourth Place
– 1986: Champion
– 1988: Group Stage
– 1990: Group Stage
– 1992: Group Stage
– 1994: Quarter-finals
– 1996: Quarter-finals
– 1998: Champion
– 2000: Quarter-finals
– 2002: Quarter-finals
– 2004: Group Stage
– 2006: Champion
– 2008: Champion
– 2010: Champion
– 2012: Did not qualify
– 2013: Did not qualify
– 2015: Did not qualify
– 2017: Runner-up
– 2019: Round of 16
– 2021: Runner-up
How Egypt Qualified
Egypt have secured a place to qualify for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations with a strong performance in the qualifiers. The Egyptian national team leads Group D with 15 points, having won five matches and suffered one defeat. The only setback occurred in the away match against Ethiopia in the second round.
Throughout the playoffs, Egypt’s forward line showed prowess, scoring a total of 10 goals, while their defense line showed strength by allowing only three goals. This impressive balance of offensive power and defensive strength has contributed to Egypt’s success in qualifying for the prestigious tournament, as they prepare to compete in the Africa Cup of Nations in a bid to add to their glorious history in the competition.
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