AFCON 2025: Hossam Hassan Aims to Lead Egypt to Eighth Africa Cup of Nations Title

As the Pharaohs get ready for the competition in Morocco, Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan has set his sights on winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Egypt, 7 time AFCON champion, will compete in Group B against South Africa, Angola, and Zimbabwe. Hassan acknowledged the group’s strength but expressed confidence in his squad’s ability.

"We always have a chance to win the title. Trezeguet, Omar Marmoush, and Mohamed Salah are all excellent players for Egypt," he remarked.

Starting on December 22, the Pharaohs will play their group games at Agadir against Zimbabwe. On December 26, they will face South Africa, and on December 29, they will play Angola.

Hassan praised Morocco’s facilities and emphasized Egypt’s ambition: “We want to bring the AFCON trophy back home.”

The dates of the Egyptian national team matches in 2025 AFCON are as follows:

• December 22, Egypt vs. Zimbabwe
• December 26, Egypt vs. South Africa
• December 29, Egypt vs. Angola