Egypt vs Benin: Live AFCON 2025 Score and Goal Updates

As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 progresses, Egypt is set to face Benin in a highly anticipated clash. The match is scheduled to kick off at 4:00 PM GMT on January 5, 2026, at Le Grand Stade Agadir in Morocco.

Match Overview

Egypt and Benin have encountered each other several times in the past, with Egypt holding a dominant record. Egypt has secured victory in their last three matches against Benin, scoring a total of 11 goals while conceding only once. The only draw between these teams occurred during World Cup qualifying in 2004, which ended in a 3-3 stalemate.

Team Line-ups

Egypt’s Starting XI

• M. El-Shennawy (Goalkeeper)
• Hany
• Rabia
• Fathy
• Attia
• Trezeguet
• Adel
• Salah
• Marmoush

Benin’s Starting XI

• Dandjinou (Goalkeeper)
• Verdon
• Tijani
• Ouorou
• Roche
• Dokou
• Hassane
• d’Almeida
• Olaitan
• Aloko
• Aiyegun

Recent Team News

Benin’s team has faced some challenges leading up to the match. Coach Gernot Rohr made only one adjustment following a recent 3-0 loss to Senegal, replacing Sessi D’Almeida with Samadou Attidjikou due to a muscle injury. D’Almeida’s availability remains uncertain, while Abdoul Rachid Moumini is suspended following a series of yellow cards.

On the Egyptian side, coach Hossam Hassan has opted to rotate his squad. Key players like Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush, and Trezeguet are expected to return to the starting lineup after being benched for rest against Angola. Mohamed Hany, who was suspended after receiving two yellow cards against South Africa, has served his penalty and will also play.

Viewing Information

Fans can catch the match live on Channel 4, with coverage beginning at 3:55 PM GMT on 4seven.

AFCON 2025 Knockout Stage Results

The knockout rounds commenced on January 3, with the following results:

• Mali 1-1 Tunisia (Mali wins 3-2 on penalties)
• South Africa 1-2 Cameroon

As the tournament continues, the matchup between Egypt and Benin will be crucial for both teams as they navigate the knockout stages of the AFCON 2025.