The blockbuster quarterfinal match of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 between Egypt vs Ivory Coast is scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM GMT (2:00 PM ET). The two continental heavyweights, Egypt and Ivory Coast, match hosts at Stade Adrar in Agadir, Morocco, this clash features the seven-time champions, who advanced with a 3-1 extra-time win over Benin, against the defending champions, who cruised past Burkina Faso 3-0 in the Round of 16.
Egypt enters after a resilient extra-time victory over Benin, where goals from key players sealed their progression. Coach Hossam Hassan has no major new injuries to report, allowing the focus to remain on their unbeaten group stage form. The Pharaohs emphasize defensive solidity, having kept multiple clean sheets, as they aim to reclaim the title they last won in 2010.
Ivory Coast, the reigning champions, dominated Burkina Faso 3-0 with a clinical performance. Coach Jean-Louis Gasset deals with no significant absences, though they monitor squad rotation amid a grueling schedule. The Elephants boast an attacking lineup that has scored freely, focusing on quick transitions to exploit Egypt’s occasional lapses.
Egypt vs Ivory Coast Match Preview, Time, Predictions, and More
In the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals at Stade Adrar, two African football giants face off again as Egypt’s seasoned experience meets the Ivory Coast’s defending champions.
The Pharaohs’ tactical discipline goes head-to-head with the Elephants’ flair, setting the stage for a thrilling clash where set pieces and individual battles could determine who advances to the semis to face either Algeria or Nigeria.
| Match | Egypt vs Ivory Coast |
|---|---|
| Competition | AFCON 2025 – Quarter-Final |
| Date | Saturday, 10 January 2026 |
| Kick-off | 20:00 local (Stade Adrar, Agadir) — 19:00 GMT |
| Venue | Stade Adrar (Le Grand Stade d’Agadir), Agadir, Morocco |
Team News and Analysis
Egypt reports a healthy squad, with no confirmed outs, enabling Hassan to field his strongest XI. Their extra-time grit against Benin highlights resilience, but facing the Ivory Coast’s pace will test their backline in a must-win scenario.
Ivory Coast has a full roster available, with Gasset prioritizing midfield control to feed their forwards. Their dominant Round of 16 win underscores attacking depth, though containing Salah will be key in this quarter-final.
Egypt vs Ivory Coast Head-to-Head Record
Egypt holds a strong edge over Ivory Coast, with 11 wins to 6 and 4 draws across 21 meetings. Recent clashes favor Egypt, including a 2019 AFCON penalty win. Matches often go to extra time or penalties, averaging competitive scores.
| Date | Competition | Result | Venue |
| Jul 14, 2019 | AFCON Semi-Final | Egypt 1-0 Ivory Coast (pens) | Cairo |
| (Historical Average) | Various | Egypt Wins: 11, Draws: 4, Ivory Coast Wins: 6 | Various |
Egypt vs Ivory Coast Predicted XI Lineups
- Egypt Predicted XI (4-3-3): El Shenawy; Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Hamdi; Attia, Fathy, Zizo; Salah, Marmoush, Trezeguet
This formation leverages Salah’s threat and midfield energy for control.
- Ivory Coast Predicted XI (4-3-3): Dandjinou; Ouorou, Verdon, Tijani, Roche; Imourane, Attidjikou; Tosin, Dodo, Olaitan; Mounie
Ivory Coast’s setup emphasizes midfield power and wing speed for counters. Sébastien Haller (hamstring injury) is missing the chance to defend.
Key Players
For Egypt, Mohamed Salah (leading scorer) is the talisman, with Mostafa Mohamed providing hold-up play and Omar Marmoush adding dynamism.
Ivory Coast relies on Franck Kessié for midfield dominance, and Evan Ndicka for defensive solidity.
Match Prediction of Egypt vs Ivory Coast
Egypt is predicted to win 2-1, edging through with their historical edge and Salah’s magic, despite the Ivory Coast’s title defense. Expect over 2.5 goals in a thrilling contest, with Egypt at 55% victory probability.
Where to Watch Egypt vs Ivory Coast
In the USA, the Egypt vs Ivory Coast AFCON quarter-final streams live on beIN Sports, beIN Sports Connect, and fuboTV. Coverage begins before the 2:00 PM ET kickoff, with highlights on FWCN or the official CAF YouTube channel.
- Africa / MENA: CAF broadcast partners and regional carriers (SuperSport/ local rights holders).
- UK / Europe / US: beIN Sports / regional rights holders — check local listings and streaming partners.
- Live updates: FotMob, Sofascore, Flashscore and CAF’s match centre for lineups and minute-by-minute coverage.
