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Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Cairo International Stadium

Scoring Trends

Egypt

Mauritania

1.13

Goals Scored

0.2

1.25

Goals Conceded

1.06 Expected Goals (xG) 0.72

88%

Over 1.5

40%

50%

Over 2.5

20%

Over 3.5

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Egypt enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. Defensive discipline will likely be the priority for both managers.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Given Egypt's consistency at home, backing their victory is logical. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win58%

Draw21%

Away Win21%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes29%

Over 1.5 Goals59%

Over 2.5 Goals30%

Match Events

46'

Sub

Ba L. In: Houeibib E. H.

Out: Ba L.

47'

Rabia R.

51'

Houeibib E. H.

Previous Encounters

15 Oct 24 AFR

Mauritania

0:1

✓ Egypt

11 Oct 24 AFR

Egypt ✓

2:0

Mauritania

15 Apr 12 FRI

Egypt ✓

3:0

Mauritania

Recent Form (Last 5)

Egypt

Home Team

31 Mar

Spain

0 : 0

Egypt

27 Mar

Saudi Arabia

0 : 4

Egypt

17 Jan

Egypt

0 : 1

Nigeria

14 Jan

Senegal

1 : 0

Egypt

10 Jan

Egypt

3 : 2

Ivory Coast

Mauritania

Away Team

27 Mar

Argentina

2 : 1

Mauritania

25 Nov

Mauritania

0 : 2

Kuwait

15 Nov

Libya

1 : 0

Mauritania

12 Nov

Tunisia

1 : 1

Mauritania

14 Oct

Senegal

4 : 0

Mauritania

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Comoros	6	3	3	0	7:4	12
2	Tunisia	6	3	1	2	7:6	10
3	Gambia	6	2	2	2	6:6	8
4	Madagascar	6	0	2	4	4:8	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Morocco	6	6	0	0	26:2	18
2	Gabon	6	3	1	2	7:9	10
3	Lesotho	6	1	1	4	2:13	4
4	Central Africa	6	1	0	5	3:14	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Egypt	6	4	2	0	12:2	14
2	Botswana	6	2	2	2	4:7	8
3	Mauritania	6	2	1	3	3:6	7
4	Cape Verde	6	1	1	4	3:7	4

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Nigeria	6	3	2	1	9:3	11
2	Benin	6	2	2	2	7:7	8
3	Rwanda	6	2	2	2	5:7	8
4	Libya	6	1	2	3	3:7	5

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Algeria	6	5	1	0	16:2	16
2	Equatorial Guinea	6	2	2	2	5:8	8
3	Togo	6	1	2	3	7:10	5
4	Liberia	6	1	1	4	4:12	4

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Angola	6	4	2	0	7:2	14
2	Sudan	6	2	2	2	4:6	8
3	Niger	6	2	1	3	7:6	7
4	Ghana	6	0	3	3	3:7	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Zambia	6	4	1	1	7:4	13
2	Ivory Coast	6	4	0	2	12:3	12
3	Sierra Leone	6	1	2	3	5:10	5
4	Chad	6	0	3	3	1:8	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	D.R. Congo	6	4	0	2	7:3	12
2	Tanzania	6	3	1	2	5:4	10
3	Guinea	6	3	0	3	9:5	9
4	Ethiopia	6	1	1	4	3:12	4

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Mali	6	4	2	0	10:1	14
2	Mozambique	6	3	2	1	9:5	11
3	Guinea Bissau	6	1	2	3	4:6	5
4	Eswatini	6	0	2	4	2:13	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Cameroon	6	4	2	0	8:2	14
2	Zimbabwe	6	2	3	1	6:4	9
3	Kenya	6	1	3	2	4:7	6
4	Namibia	6	0	2	4	2:7	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	South Africa	6	4	2	0	16:5	14
2	Uganda	6	4	1	1	8:5	13
3	Congo	6	1	1	4	4:12	4
4	South Sudan	6	1	0	5	6:12	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Senegal	6	5	1	0	10:1	16
2	Burkina Faso	6	3	1	2	10:7	10
3	Burundi	6	1	1	4	4:11	4
4	Malawi	6	1	1	4	6:11	4

Match Preview: Egypt vs Mauritania

Egypt welcomes Mauritania for what is shaping up to be a crucial match in Africa Cup of Nations 2025. Scheduled for Friday, October 11, 2024 at 16:00 UTC, the match will take place at Cairo International Stadium. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

The context of this match is defined by the current standings and the ambitions of both squads. Egypt will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Mauritania aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Egypt will try to assert dominance early, whereas Mauritania might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Ultimately, this fixture carries weight for the season's broader narrative. Momentum is crucial in Africa Cup of Nations 2025, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.