Egypt vs Zambia Prediction: Even though the Chipolopolo team have some firepower, we can’t see them defeating the Pharaohs

The Pharaohs will host the Zambia National Team at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium on Thursday. Egypt have not lost to the Chipolopolo of Zambia since 2019.

Egypt

FIFA Ranking: 35th

Last five games: WWWWL

The Pharaohs’ eight-game winning streak came to a standstill after their defeat against Tunisia in a friendly match. The Pharaohs, who were full of confidence playing in front of their home fans, conceded two goals in their first seven minutes. They managed to score once in response to their opponents' two quick goals, even though they wanted it more before the break. Egypt kept asking questions after the back but were further punished in the 96th minute by the visitors as they carted away the maximum points.

After picking up fifteen points from a possible eighteen, they secured the ticket to next year’s AFCON Competition. Egypt have won four of their previous five friendly games, beating Niger, Liberia, South Sudan, Belgium and losing to Tunisia. Rui Vitoria have lost just a game since his appointment, winning seven of his last eight matches.

Egypt are the favorite going into the match, boasting a squad full of talent and experience; they will be looking to dominate possession and create chances in the attacking third.

Zambia

FIFA Ranking: 82th

Last five matches: WWLWD

The Cooper Bullets return to the AFCON tournament for the first time since 2015. Zambia secured thirteen points from a possible eighteen, winning the group ahead of a robust Ivory Coast side.

Patson Daka has been in blistering form for Zambia in the qualifiers, scoring five goals to send his side to the AFCON competition next year.

Avram Grant's men will be desperate to prove themselves in time for the tournament, and we might be here for a game of the season.

Expert Betting Tips

Egypt have won three and lost once over their recent four meetings against Zambia. The Pharaohs head here following their disappointing performance against Tunisia in a friendly game. On the other hand, Zambia lost just once in their qualifying match and come into this encounter after a share of the spoils against Comoros. This friendly encounter will be played in UAE, and we expect an exciting game between both teams. Egypt welcomed Mohamed Eleney (Arsenal) after a few months without an appearance; the midfielder is expected to start. Up front, they’ll have Salah, Fathy and Mustafa. At the same time, Patson Daka, Lameck Banda and Musonda will lead the line for the Chipolopolans. Egypt are the favorite here, considering the quality of their squad, but Zambia can do some damage as well; bet on Egypt win 1.62.

Zambia will at least get a goal here; bet on BTTS for 2.10.

The Pharaoh will strive to bounce back from their recent defeat and might get a halftime victory for 2.05.

Good luck!