"Much of the spotlight will fall on Mohamed Salah, who is contesting his fifth AFCON and third as captain, aware that this edition could represent his final opportunity to claim continental glory with his country. The Liverpool forward was part of the squads that reached the finals in 2017 and 2021 and will be eager to finally get his hands on the trophy and cement his legacy in African football."
"Hossam Hassan's side arrive as one of the pre-tournament favourites, while Zimbabwe head into the competition under new leadership following the appointment of Mario Marinica. Since lifting their seventh AFCON trophy in Luanda in 2010, Egypt have repeatedly come close to adding to their unparalleled haul but have fallen short at the final hurdle. The Pharaohs were beaten finalists in both 2017 and 2021, losing to Cameroon and Senegal respectively,"
"However, Egypt must guard against complacency against a Zimbabwe side undergoing change following Marinica's recent arrival. Egypt v Zimbabwe team news Trezeguet outscored Salah during qualifying, netting four times, and the winger is expected to play a prominent role in the final third. Hassan must decide between Omar Marmoush and Mostafa Mohamed to lead the line, with the latter having an impressive AFCON pedigree after scoring four goals at the previous tournament."
Egypt begin their bid for an eighth Africa Cup of Nations title by facing Zimbabwe in Group B at Adrar Stadium. Hossam Hassan's team are among the pre-tournament favourites after reaching recent finals but failing to add to the 2010 trophy. Mohamed Salah heads to his fifth AFCON and third as captain, potentially seeking a final chance for continental glory. Zimbabwe arrive under new coach Mario Marinica, a change that could bring fresh ideas or reveal tournament inexperience. Team selection questions include Trezeguet's scoring form and the choice between Omar Marmoush and Mostafa Mohamed up front.
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