Egypt – Morocco : Preview & Prediction
Morocco is the favorite of this quarter-final, because the Atlas Lions present one of the most beautiful series of the moment. Indeed, the Moroccan selection has not lost in additional time since October 15, 2019, a series of 33 games. The Moroccans’ only defeat in just over two years was against Algeria (2-3), in the quarter-finals of the FIFA Arab Cup on December 11, during the penalty shootout. Hakimi’s teammates are the favorites of this CAN with Cameroon since the failure of Algeria. The selection of Vahid Halilhodzic is solid in this African Cup of Nations, since the latter qualified for the 1/4 finals after a success over Malawi (2-1)… A narrow victory despite a very clear domination (75% ball possession, 24 shots, 10 shots on target). This qualification is the confirmation of the beautiful dynamic of Morocco in this competition after a well-controlled group stage with 2 successes over Ghana (1-0) and the Comoros (2-0) then 1 draw against Gabon (2-2 ).
Egypt, on the other hand, have been extremely lucky so far, and owe their qualification for the quarter-finals in the lottery against Cote d’Ivoire. Indeed, the Pharaohs eliminated the Elephants during the penalty shootout (0-0, 5 tab 4) after a rather boring match, and very disappointing in content. Salah’s partners do not offer a good game in this CAN and the group matches have not been radiant. Egypt posted a setback to Nigeria (0-1), then two narrow victories against Guinea-Bissau (1-0) and Sudan (1-0) in its first three games. Carlos Queiroz’s players will have to offer something else if they want to bring out a Moroccan selection which is one of the most serious candidates for the final crown. In the past, Egypt have never been successful against Morocco, having recorded only one victory since 1998 after 7 attempts. The Atlas Lions therefore frighten the Pharaohs!
Morocco have lost only once in their last 7 matches against Egypt.
Morocco won 3-1 in their last encounter in August 2017.
Egypt have lost 3 of their last 6 matches in all competitions.
Morocco have won 15 of their last 17 outings.
Morocco are undefeated in this AFCON after 4 games.
Morocco, favorite against Egypt, should confirm its status and manage to reach the 1/2 finals of this CAN. We can see the teammates of Sofiane Boufal, author of a very good competition, eliminating Salah and his friends. However, the Egyptians are solid defensively, and could well push the Moroccans to extra time or penalties, and that’s why we don’t offer you an easy win for Egypt. Qualification of Morocco!
Egypt – Morocco : Betting Tips
0-0 Odds: 5.25
