Egypt vs DR Congo Preview & Prediction | 2023 Africa Cup of Nations | Round of 16
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THE FACTS
When is Egypt vs DR Congo on and what time does it start? Egypt vs DR Congo will take place on Sunday 28th January, 2024 – 20:00 (UK)
Where can I get tickets for Egypt vs DR Congo? Visit each club’s official website for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Egypt vs DR Congo on in the UK? Egypt vs DR Congo will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Egypt vs DR Congo in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Egypt vs DR Congo live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
EGYPT
The obvious and biggest talking point with regards to Egypt and their selection issues would be the absence of Mohamed Salah, who is not expected to return to the tournament unless The Pharaohs reach the final. Mohamed El Shenawy is also missing after he was forced off due to injury.
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Gabal; Hany, Hegazi, Abdelmonem, Hamdy; Fathy, Attia, Ashour; Trezeguet, Mohamed, Marmoush
UNAVAILABLE: Salah (Injured), El Shenawy (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: El Fotouh (Injured)
DR CONGO
The Democratic Republic of Congo have had a few selection headaches as they search for the best attacking formula to suit their array of talent. Both Theo Bongonda and Cedric Bakambu are expected to return to the starting line-up after being dropped against Tanzania.
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Mpasi; Kalulu, Mbemba, Batubinsika, Masuaku; Pickel, Moutoussamy; Wissa, Kakuta, Bongonda; Bakambu
UNAVAILABLE:
QUESTIONABLE:
THE PREDICTION
Seven-time winners, Egypt, just about squeezed through into the Round of 16 after a thrilling final group stage game against Cabo Verde, drawing two apiece. Under the management of former Spartak Moscow and Benfica boss, Rui Vitoria, they are extremely unconvincing but the form of Trezeguet, who still didn’t start against Cabo Verde, has sparked some life into their campaign. The Democratic Republic of Congo have an impressive squad, especially in attack, but cannot find any fluency going forward and Egypt should also have enough in attack to just about get over the line in this one.
TIP: EGYPT TO WIN
