Cape Verde will aim to keep their 2025 AFCON qualification hopes alive on Friday when they face Egypt at Estadio Nacional de Cabo Verde. The Blue Sharks currently sit third in Group C with three points, while the Pharaohs lead the standings with 12 points. Here’s our match prediction.
Cape Verde’s participation in the next AFCON edition is under serious threat. They trail second-placed Botswana by three points, meaning a loss here, coupled with a point for Botswana, would eliminate them from qualifying. Unfortunately, the hosts have struggled in this competition, losing three of their four matches and failing to score in each of those defeats. Their only victory came against Mauritania.
In contrast, Egypt has been one of the standout teams in these qualifiers, securing four consecutive victories and scoring 10 goals in the process. Their impressive form is complemented by a solid defense, as they are one of only three teams yet to concede a goal in the competition.
The Pharaohs are currently unbeaten in their last six games (W5 D1 L0) and have scored in each of their last 27 matches dating back to June 2022. This consistency makes them formidable opponents.
Given Cape Verde’s poor form and the strength of Egypt, we predict that the Pharaohs will secure a comfortable victory, further solidifying their position at the top of Group C and pushing Cape Verde closer to elimination.