Egypt vs Benin Prediction (05.01.2026)

Benin managed to find a place in the knockout stage, despite only scoring a total of one goal in their three group matches. This clearly shows how limited their attacking options are, and their task against the upcoming opponent seems even more complicated. So far, the team has struggled to create situations and primarily relies on cautious play.

Egypt passed through the group stage convincingly, recording two wins and one draw, conceding only one goal. This highlights their stability in defense and their ability to control the flow of matches without taking unnecessary risks. The Egyptians seem fully aware of how to close out their matches, especially against teams with limited offensive potential.

Given Benin's poor scoring record and Egypt's solid defense so far, it is logical to expect a match where the favorite will hold the initiative and minimize risks. That is why I am leaning towards a prediction for an Egypt win with a clean sheet – a selection that fully corresponds to what both teams have shown in the tournament so far.

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