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·6 December 2025
CAN 2025: How does Egypt stack up against its Group B rivals?

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Egypt's record against its Group B opponents at AFCON 2025

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Egypt will be aiming to reclaim continental glory at the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Pharaohs have been drawn into Group B alongside South Africa, Angola, and Zimbabwe.
Below is a head-to-head breakdown of Egypt's record against its group-stage opponents.
The two nations have faced off 14 times. The Pharaohs have claimed victory on 4 occasions, while South Africa has come out on top in 8 matches, and two games have ended in a draw.
24 November 1995: Egypt 0–2 South Africa – Simba Cup
24 January 1996: Egypt 1–0 South Africa – Africa Cup of Nations
28 February 1998: Egypt 2–0 South Africa – Africa Cup of Nations
16 December 1998: Egypt 1–2 South Africa – International Friendly
10 November 2001: Egypt 0–1 South Africa – International Friendly
15 November 2003: Egypt 2–1 South Africa – International Friendly
14 January 2006: Egypt 1–2 South Africa – International Friendly
15 November 2006: Egypt 1–0 South Africa – Nelson Mandela Challenge
26 March 2011: Egypt 0–1 South Africa – Africa Cup of Nations
5 June 2011: Egypt 0–0 South Africa – Africa Cup of Nations
6 September 2016: Egypt 0–1 South Africa – International Friendly
6 July 2019: Egypt 0–1 South Africa – Africa Cup of Nations
28 February 2025: Egypt 1–1 South Africa – African Nations Championship
9 March 2025: Egypt 1–3 South Africa – African Nations Championship
In 7 meetings, Egypt has secured 4 wins, with the other 3 ending in draws.
The two sides have clashed 15 times. The Pharaohs boast 9 wins, Zimbabwe has claimed 2 victories, and 4 encounters have ended in a draw.









































