Egypt vs Congo: Betting odds
Here is what bookies think about who is more likely to get close to the AFCON win tomorrow (odds powered by Yesplay):
Egypt – 2.48
Draw – 2.8
Congo – 3.23
Egypt
Everyone expected Egypt to cruise past their opponents in the group stage but in reality, they got just three points out of three games. The fact that they managed to get to the playoffs in one of those little miracles that do happen every now and then in international tournaments.
Egypt's defence is a nightmare, simple as that. Even such weak teams as Mozambique scored against them.
To add to the Pharaons' problems, Mohamed Salah is injured.
Congo
Just like Egypt, Congo got to the playoffs with three draws out of three group-stage games.
It might seem that their attack is weak but that's a wrong impression. Yes, Congo have scored just twice but their combined xG is 5. In other words, they have no problem with creating chances but they do have a problem with converting them.
If Salah was fit, Congo's chances would have been much lower. Now, they can hope to get to the last 8. All they need to do is be ready to catch Egypt on the counter and have enough gas in the tank to play for 120+ minutes.
Egypt vs Congo: Facts to know
In their first three games, Egypt made 59 shots: it's twelve more than any other team participating in this year's AFCON.
Egypt vs Congo: Prediction and betting tip
Salah's absence is a blow for Egypt but there are enough players who can score goals for the Pharaons. The bigger problem is Egypt's awful defending: they have already conceded six goals and nothing hints at a clean sheet tomorrow.
Our betting tip: Both teams score (Yesplay's betting odds – 2.15)
