Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan is confident in his team’s abilities ahead of their clash with South Africa, drawing on their past success.
“The South African style of play is like the clubs, one style, but we are ready,” Hassan said.
He recalled Egypt’s 2-0 win over South Africa in the 1998 AFCON Final, where he captained the team and shared the Golden Boot award with Benni McCarthy.
“We have faced their clubs, represented by Al-Ahly, Zamalek and Pyramids, more than once, and we were superior to South Africa in 1998, and God willing, we will repeat this,” Hassan added.
He emphasized respect for their opponents but stressed the importance of securing a positive result.
“We respect all teams, and South Africa are among the strong sides, but we play to achieve positive results and to collect the three points. Every match is important”
Hassan’s team comes off a 2-1 win over Zimbabwe, with Mohamed Salah scoring a late winner. Egypt and South Africa are tied at the top of Group B with three points each.
