Another mouth-watering group opener takes center stage in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021, as Egypt takes on Nigeria in a Group D match on Tuesday, January 11. The clash between the continental heavyweights will be played at Romeday Adjia Stadium. Garoua, Cameroon, from 09:30 PM IST.
Nigeria has won the competition three times, however, their last title win was in 2013. The West African nation, after winning four in Tuesday’s game and drawing twice to collect 14 points in their six qualifying games, will seek an opening day victory over fellow group favorites Egypt. Egypt, on the other hand, will be aiming for a record-extending eighth continental crown in this AFCON edition. They have won the tournament seven times, on different occasions, with their last title win in 2010. Mohamed Salah will not only bear the burden of hoping to finish a title, but will also lead his team in their quest. However, they faced a rough start, as they were sent off packing in the round of 16 by South Africa, who finished fourth in the just-concluded Arab Cup.
Both the teams have faced each other 18 times at the international level. Nigeria has the upper hand with eight wins, while Egypt has five wins to its name. Both the teams will now look to score three points each for a great start to the tournament. And here fans can check details that when, where and how to watch Nigeria vs Egypt AFCON match live streaming online and TV details.
Africa Cup of Nations 2021 Nigeria vs Egypt: Team News, Injury Updates
Nigeria’s Abdullahi Shehu is out due to injury while Odion Ighalo is unavailable due to clearance issues by his club. However, he suffered a major setback to the preparations as Napoli striker Victor Osimhen tested positive for COVID-19, and had to withdraw from the team.
For Egypt, Mohamed Hamdi had to withdraw due to injury. While the pair of Mohamed Abo Gabal and Ibrahim Adel will have to sit out after testing positive for COVID-19.
Nigeria vs Egypt Starting Line-up:
Nigeria Probable Starting Line-up: Maduka Okoye, Zaidu Sanusi, Tyrone Ebuhi, Olaoluwa Aina, Chidozi Awazeem, Wilfred Nadidi, Chidera Ezuke, Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi, Ahmed Musa, Kelechi Ihnacho
Egypt Probable Starting Line-up: Mohamed El-Shenawi, Ahmed Hegazi, Ahmed Fattouh, Mahmoud Ala, Marwan Daoud, Omar Marmosh, Mohamed Elneni, Ramzan Sobhi, Mohamed Salah, Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet, Mustafa Mohamed
What time will the Nigeria vs Egypt match start?
The Africa Cup of Nations 2021 match between Nigeria and Egypt will begin on Tuesday, January 11 at 09:30 PM IST at the Rumde Adjia Stadium in Garoua, Cameroon.
Which TV channel will show the Nigeria vs Egypt match?
The Africa Cup of Nations 2021 match between Nigeria and Egypt will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network in India.
How can I live stream the Nigeria vs Egypt fixture?
The Africa Cup of Nations 2021 match between Nigeria vs Egypt can be live-streamed on the SonyLIV app.
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