Benin 1, Egypt 3

AGADIR, Morocco (Interstat) — Egypt opened its Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a commanding 3-1 victory over Benin on Monday at Grand Stade d’Agadir, overcoming a stubborn defensive effort from its opponent with a late flurry of goals. The match, played on Jan. 5, 2026, saw the Pharaohs control possession for large stretches but struggle to break down a compact Benin side until the final half-hour. The result lifted Egypt’s record in the tournament to one win and no losses, while Benin fell to 0-2 in group stage play. The overall season records for both sides now mirror their… Read more...