Sithembinkosi L Jiyane
Sports Reporter
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\u200eEgypt will face Zimbabwe in a crucial Group B match of the 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations at Stade d\u2019Agadir, with kickoff scheduled for 20:00pm tonight.
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\u200e The Pharaohs enter the game with strong historical dominance over the Warriors, having won all five of their previous meetings. This includes a 1-0 victory in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations and two decisive wins during the 2013 CAF World Cup Qualifiers.
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\u200eIn the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, Egypt narrowly defeated Zimbabwe 1-0, with the first half ending goalless.
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\u200e That win helped Egypt finish top of Group A, winning all three of their matches with a total goal difference of +5. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, finished bottom of the group with just one point, scoring only one goal and conceding six.
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\u200eThe final standings read: Egypt first with 9 points, Uganda second with 4 points, the Democratic Republic of Congo third with 3 points, and Zimbabwe last with 1 point.
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\u200eEgypt comes into the 2025 clash with a mixed form this season, registering wins against Nigeria and other international friendlies, alongside a few draws and defeats in recent competitions.
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\u200e Zimbabwe, meanwhile, has struggled to find consistency against higher-ranked African teams but showed promise with a recent friendly win against Qatar.
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\u200eTonight\u2019s encounter will be pivotal for both teams\u2019 chances of progressing to the knockout stages. Egypt aims to maintain its unbeaten streak against Zimbabwe, while the Warriors are looking to secure their first-ever victory over the North African side.
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\u200eThe match is expected to be closely contested, with both teams keen to make a strong statement in the group.
\u200eIn terms of previous meetings, Egypt triumphed 1\u20130 over Zimbabwe in the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2019.
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\u200eIn the 2013 CAF World Cup Qualifiers, Zimbabwe lost 2\u20134 and 1\u20132 to Egypt in two separate encounters.
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\u200eTonight\u2019s Group B clash promises an intense battle as Egypt looks to continue its dominance over Zimbabwe, while the Warriors are eager to rewrite history and claim their first victory against the North African side.
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\u200e The result could prove decisive for both teams\u2019 hopes of advancing to the knockout stages, making every minute on the pitch crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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