Egypt vs New Zealand: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 20, 2024 at 4:12 PM

Modified at :March 20, 2024 at 4:12 PM

Egypt will aim to bounce back after their early elimination from the AFCON

After losing to DR Congo in the AFCON round of 16, Egypt will look to get back to business in this match. Despite this, the team has performed admirably in the last nine matches remaining undefeated. The goal of Hossam Hassan in these friendlies is to improve his side in order to qualify for the World Cup. Due to a hamstring injury suffered during the AFCON, they will be without talisman forward Mohamed Salah for this match.

After losing three straight matches in a row, New Zealand managed to pull a well earned draw against Ireland in the last friendly match to play a 1-1 draw. With their team balanced with experience and youth, they will need time to gel as a team. Now, they have the chance to test themselves against top quality sides who will provide them with their greatest challenge yet.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 23 March at 1:30 AM IST

Location- Cairo International Stadium

Form:

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

New Zealand (in all competitions): D-L-L-L-W

Player to Watch

Mostafa Mohamed (Egypt)

Nantes’ striker has scored seven goals this season for the team. He has played for Egypt in 33 appearances and scored 12 goals. In the absence of Mohamed Salah, he will aim to play a crucial role. He is lethal in finishing with a knack of scoring on a regular basis. He is a physical striker who uses his strength to make it hard for the opposition.

Chris Wood (New Zealand)

As the record scorer for New Zealand, Chris Wood has already netted 34 goals for the league. He has played for many teams in the league and is a household name. Having already played at the top level for years, he will be a crucial figure for the team’s success. As a result of his fastness, directness, and strength in the air, he brings a great deal of experience to this young team.

Match Facts

Egypt are unbeaten in the last 9 matches
New Zealand played a 1-1 draw against Ireland in the last match
Both these teams will meet each other for the first time since 1999

Injury and Teams News

Mohamed Salah will not be available for this match due to an injury sustained during the AFCON, which has not yet been fully recovered. The team will also be without Hussein El-Shahat, who has sustained an injury. Elneny will also be missed after being left out of the team.

As for New Zealand, they have recalled experienced players Kostas Barbarouses and Dane Ingham after missing the last international break.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 2

Egypt- 1

New Zealand- 0

Draw- 1

Predicted Lineup for Egypt vs New Zealand

Egypt Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Gabal; Hany, Hegazy, Abdelmonem, Fotouh; Ashour, Attia, Fathi; Marmoush, Mohamed, Trezeguet

New Zealand Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Crocombe; Payne, Pijnaker, Bindon, Ingham; Garbett, Bell, Stamenic; McCowatt, Wood, Barbarouses

Match Prediction for Egypt vs New Zealand

Despite being eliminated from AFCON at an early stage, Egypt will be looking for a strong comeback against the Kiwis, but they have performed exceptionally well in the past few games. With a lot of quality between the two sides, Egypt will have a good chance against the Kiwis.

Prediction: Egypt 2-0 New Zealand

Telecast for Egypt vs New Zealand

India- Not available

UK- Not available

US- Not available

Nigeria- Not available

Egypt- Time Sports

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