2023 Africa Cup of Nations: Egypt coach Rui Vitoria insists facing Ghana will be a tough showdown

The head coach of the Egypt national team, Coach Rui Vitoria has indicated that the Pharaohs will be ready for Ghana at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.

At the end of the draw for the next continental showpiece held in Abidjan, Ivory Coast this month, Egypt was drawn into Group B to compete with Ghana, Cape Verde, and Mozambique.

Speaking on the outcome of the draw, Coach Rui Vitoria said he has no doubt coming up against the Black Stars will be a tough encounter.

“We have Ghana, a really good team that has always been a favourite to win the competition, and there are also Cape Verde and Mozambique who also have really talented players.

“All group games will be tough but we are prepared because we need to win such games to reach the final and win the title,” the Egypt head coach said.

Egypt faces Ghana in the second Group B match of the 2023 AFCON in what should be an exciting contest.