Egypt v Botswana: Match Preview, Predictions for Final AFCON Qualifier

Preview

Egypt will host Botswana in their final Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group G qualifier on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. The Pharaohs have already secured their place at the finals in Ivory Coast next year, while the Zebras are out of contention.

Egypt, seven-time AFCON champions, lead the group with 12 points, followed by Gabon with 7 points, and Libya with 4 points. Botswana is bottom of the group with 1 point.

The match will be played at the Borg El Arab Stadium in Alexandria, Egypt. Kick-off is at 18:00 CLT.

Predictions

Egypt are the clear favorites to win the match. They are ranked 39th in the FIFA World Rankings, while Botswana is ranked 150th.

The Pharaohs have a strong record against Botswana, having won 4 of their 5 previous meetings. The only match that Botswana did not lose was a 1-1 draw in 2014.

Egypt will be looking to finish their qualifying campaign on a high note, and they are likely to field a strong team against Botswana.

Botswana, on the other hand, will be playing for pride. They will be looking to avoid finishing bottom of the group, and they will be hoping to give a good account of themselves against Egypt.

Key Players

Egypt will be looking to Mohamed Salah for inspiration. The Liverpool forward is one of the best players in the world, and he will be looking to add to his tally of 49 international goals.

Other key players for Egypt include Mohamed Elneny (Arsenal), Trezeguet (Aston Villa), and Ahmed Hegazi (Al Ittihad).

Botswana will be looking to Kabelo Seakanyeng for inspiration. The Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder is one of the most experienced players in the team, and he will be looking to lead his country to a positive result.

Other key players for Botswana include Thatayaone Ditlhokwe (TS Galaxy), Segolame Boy (Jwaneng Galaxy), and Mosha Gaolaolwe (Township Rollers).

Match Odds

Egypt are the clear favorites to win the match, and they are priced at 1/4 with bet365.

Botswana are priced at 12/1 to win the match, while the draw is priced at 5/1.