Egypt and Benin will lock horns on Monday evening in Agadir with a coveted quarterfinal ticket at the Africa Cup of Nations up for grabs.
The Pharaohs progressed as Group B winners and go into the Round of 16 encounter as clear favourites against a Benin side making only its second appearance at this stage of the tournament, having last done so in 2019.
Yet, despite their pedigree and status as seven-time AFCON champions, Egypt are striking a note of caution, fully aware that wastefulness in front of goal could prove costly as the competition intensifies.
