Angola vs Egypt: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | AFCON 2025

On: December 26, 2025 2:35 PM

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Angola vs Egypt — Match Preview

The group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations reaches its climax on Monday, 29 December 2025, as Angola face heavyweights Egypt at the Stade Adrar in Agadir. This Matchday 3 encounter could determine the final standings of Group B. The Pharaohs got off to a perfect start with a 2–1 win over Zimbabwe, led by their talisman Mohamed Salah, and sit on 3 points. Angola, meanwhile, are under pressure after a heartbreaking 1–2 opening defeat to South Africa. The Palancas Negras likely need a positive result against the seven-time champions to keep their hopes of knockout qualification alive, while Egypt will look to seal the top spot and momentum heading into the Round of 16.

Angola vs Egypt — Match Info

Competition: AFCON 2025 (Group B – Matchday 3)
Venue: Stade Adrar, Agadir (Capacity: 45,480)
Date: Monday, 29 December 2025
Kickoff: 20:00 GMT | 21:00 WAT | 22:00 EET
Referee: TBC (CAF Appointment)

Angola vs Egypt — Match Stakes

Angola (0 pts):*

Win → A massive result that likely secures qualification (4+ pts typically enough for best 3rd or Top 2).
Draw → Keeps survival hopes alive depending on the result against Zimbabwe; 4 pts total is the target.
Loss → Likely elimination if they also failed to beat Zimbabwe; leaves destiny out of their hands.(Points based on Matchday 1 data provided)

Egypt (3 pts):*

Win → Guarantees qualification, likely as Group Winners (depending on SA vs Zimbabwe).
Draw → Solidifies a top-two finish; keeps the unbeaten run going.
Loss → Complicates the group standings; could drop to 2nd or 3rd if South Africa wins big.

Angola vs Egypt — Team News

Angola:

Bastos — Out (Not selected for squad)
Gilberto — Out (Not selected for squad)
Mabululu — Available (Key striker, scored in warm-ups)
Zito Luvumbo — Available (Main creative threat)
Squad Note: Head coach Patrice Beaumelle has a fully fit squad but may rotate if fatigue from the Zimbabwe clash (Dec 26) is an issue.

Egypt:

Mohamed M. — Questionable (Ankle strain – Major Doubt)
Hamdy M. — Questionable (Pelvic bruise – Late fitness test)
Salah M. — Available (Captain & Goalscorer vs Zimbabwe)
Marmoush O. — Available (In excellent form)
Trézéguet — Available (Key winger)

Angola vs Egypt — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Angola

22/12 — 1–2 vs South Africa (AFCON)
17/12 — 4–1 vs Mozambique (Friendly)
18/11 — 3–2 vs Zambia (Friendly)
14/11 — 0–2 vs Argentina (Friendly)
13/10 — 0–0 vs Cameroon (WC Qualifier)

Egypt

23/12 — 2–1 vs Zimbabwe (AFCON)
16/12 — 2–1 vs Nigeria (Friendly)
09/12 — 0–3 vs Jordan (Arab Cup)
07/12 — 1–1 vs UAE (Arab Cup)
02/12 — 1–1 vs Kuwait (Arab Cup)

Angola vs Egypt — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)

13/11/2021 — Angola 2–2 Egypt (WC Qualifier)
02/09/2021 — Egypt 1–0 Angola (WC Qualifier)
04/02/2008 — Egypt 2–1 Angola (AFCON QF)
13/01/2008 — Angola 3–3 Egypt (Friendly)
15/01/1996 — Egypt 2–1 Angola (AFCON)

Angola vs Egypt — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)

Angola (4-3-3)

Neblú; Clinton Mata, Gaspar, Buatu, Nurio Fortuna; Fredy, Show, Beni; Zito Luvumbo, Mabululu, Gelson Dala

Egypt (4-3-3)

El Shenawy; Hany, Hegazi, Abdelmonem, Fotouh; Elneny, Attia, Ashour; Salah, Marmoush (False 9 if Mohamed out), Trézéguet

Angola vs Egypt — Impact Bench

Angola: Milson (Pace on wing), Zine (Physical presence)

Egypt: Koka (Target man), Zizo (Work rate/Crossing)

Angola vs Egypt — Tactical Analysis

Angola

The Palancas Negras are a physically robust side that thrives in transition. Mabululu is a constant nuisance for defenders with his hold-up play and movement. Against Egypt, they will likely concede possession and try to exploit the space behind Egypt’s attacking full-backs (Hany/Fotouh) using the speed of Zito Luvumbo and Gelson Dala. Their defensive discipline, however, cracked against South Africa, and they must avoid giving away cheap fouls around the box given Salah’s prowess.

Egypt

Under Hossam Hassan, Egypt have looked dangerous going forward but occasionally vulnerable at the back. They rely heavily on the Salah-Marmoush-Trézéguet trident to create chances. With Mostafa Mohamed doubtful, expect Omar Marmoush to potentially play centrally or for a more fluid front three. Egypt will look to control the tempo through Elneny and Marwan Attia, but they must be wary of Angola’s counter-attacks, which caused them problems in their 2021 draw (2–2).

Angola vs Egypt — Key Battles

Mabululu vs Hegazi — Battle of strength and aerial ability.
Salah vs Fortuna — Angola’s left-back faces the world’s best winger.
Fredy vs Ashour — Midfield control battle.
Luvumbo vs Hany — Speed vs positioning on the flank.

Angola vs Egypt — Spotlight Players

Angola — Zito Luvumbo

The Cagliari winger is the spark for Angola. His unpredictability and dribbling are crucial if Angola are to unlock a seasoned Egyptian defense.

Egypt — Omar Marmoush

The Frankfurt star was Man of the Match in the opener. His versatility and direct running take the pressure off Salah. If he starts centrally, his movement could drag Angola’s center-backs out of position.

Angola vs Egypt — Prediction

Angola 1–2 Egypt

Angola have historically troubled Egypt (drawing 2–2 and 3–3 in past meetings), and their desperation for points will make this a fierce contest. However, Egypt’s superior quality in the final third, particularly with Salah and Marmoush in form, should see them edge it. Expect a tight game where Egypt’s experience gets them over the line.