Sierra Leone vs Egypt: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Egypt lead Group A in the qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026

Egypt will take on Sierra Leone in their second qualifier of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Mo Salah and Co. are coming after a stunning 6-0 win against Djibouti. Sierra Leone, on the other hand, were held to a goalless draw by Ethiopia.

The anticipation is palpable as Egypt and Sierra Leone gear up for a pivotal World Cup qualifying match. The significance of this encounter is immense for both teams, with the Pharaohs aiming to maintain their dominance, and Sierra Leone striving for their first World Cup appearance.

Sierra Leone’s coach, Amidu Karim, remains optimistic about their prospects against Egypt, a team with seven African Cup of Nations titles under their belt. Karim believes that playing against formidable teams is beneficial for their growth. He holds fond memories of his time in the Egyptian league during the 1990s and hopes to steer his team towards their maiden World Cup appearance.

Kick-off

Sunday, 19 November 2023, 4:00 PM (GMT); 9:30 PM (IST)

Location: Samuel Kanyon Doe Stadium

Form

Sierra Leone (in all competitions): D-W-D-L-L

Egypt (in all competitions): W-D-W-L-W

Players to watch for

Alhaji Kamara (Sierra Leone)

Alhaji Kamara led the attack for his country in their first qualification match. He plays for Danish club Randers FC and will look to make an impact for his side in this game.

Mohamed Salah (Egypt)

Mohamed Salah scored four goals past Djibouti in the last FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier. The Liverpool forward took his tally to 55 international goals. Salah has a chance to increase his tally against an opposition ranked way below them. With six goals in the last two games for club and country, Salah will be the biggest threat to Sierra Leone's defence.

Match facts

• Egypt have never won a game against Sierra Leone.
• Egypt have scored at least one goal in the last 13 games.

Injury and team news

There are no injury concerns reported from both camps.

Head-to-head

Total matches: 2

Sierra Leone: 1

Egypt: 0

Draw: 1

Predicted lineup for Sierra Leone vs Egypt

Sierra Leone Predicted lineup

Ibrahim Sesay, E Samadia, Mohamed Kabia, A Kabia, Osman Kakay, A Dumbuya, T Fornah, Augustus Kargbo, Alhassan Koroma, Jonathan Morsay, Alhajdi Kamara

Egypt lineup

Mohamed El Shenawy, Ahmed Fotouh, Ali Gabr, Ahmed Samy, Omar Kamal, Hamdi Fathi, Mohamed Elneny, Mahmoud Trezeguet, Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush, Mostafa Mohamed

Match prediction for Sierra Leone vs Egypt

Egypt is ranked 35th in the world and Sierra Leone is ranked 122 in the FIFA rankings. A dominant win in the last game will be a huge confidence booster for the away side. Mo Salah and his men will be eyeing another big win in their qualification campaign. They are the clear favourites to walk away with three points.

Prediction: Sierra Leone 0-3 Egypt

Telecast details

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