Egypt vs. Cape Verde - prediction, team news, lineups
Match preview
Egypt and Cape Verde will face off in a crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifying match on Tuesday, November 16th. Both teams are in contention for a spot in the final round of qualifying, and this match could go a long way in determining who advances.
Egypt are the clear favorites heading into the match. They are ranked 45th in the FIFA World Rankings, while Cape Verde is ranked 73rd. Egypt also has a more experienced squad, with many of their players playing in top European leagues.
However, Cape Verde is not to be underestimated. They have a number of talented players, and they are always dangerous on the counterattack. They also have a good record at home, having won their last three matches at the Estadio Nacional de Cabo Verde.
Team news
Egypt will be without the services of Mohamed Salah for this match. The Liverpool forward is injured, and he is not expected to return until after the international break.
Cape Verde have no major injury concerns, and they are expected to field a full-strength side for this match.
Possible lineups
**Egypt:** El-Shenawy; Ashour, Hegazi, Abdelmoneim, Fatouh; Elneny, Fathi, Sobhi; Marmoush, Trezeguet, Mohamed **Cape Verde:** Vozinha; Stopira, Lopes, Santos; Tavares, Andrade, Fortes, Borges; Monteiro, Rodrigues, MendesPrediction
Egypt are the clear favorites for this match, but Cape Verde should not be underestimated. The match is likely to be close, but Egypt should have enough quality to win.
Prediction: Egypt 2-1 Cape Verde
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