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[S A KHAIR]

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Egypt VS Senegal is going to be a tight match as the Egyptians will do all they can to pay back the Senegalese for winning them in the afcon final, but Senegal still the favourite to win though. Cameroon (Africa Cup of Nations 2021 hosts) is the better team to proceed with the performance they put up in the competition.... Nigeria is a better team than Ghana and are the match favourites.
I think Morocco is likely to win Congo, Mali to win Tunisia though Tunisia has got a good team as well but i think they are not as good as Mali.

I think in Egypt there is only one player who is a big star and that is Mohammed Salah. Other than that I don't see much potential in Egypt. And obviously, they are going to look for revenge but I think they are still the least favorites here. I still see Senegal win against Egypt. and the other predictions also seem to be quite on point.

[CryptopreneurBrainboss]

I think Algeria and Ghana is going to fall out of the race... with Senegal (Africa Cup of Nations 2021 winner) going through to the World Cup. I am not sure about Congo and Morocco and Mali and Tunisia. 

On paper, Morocco and Tunisia are the favorite to progress to the world cup finals. There isn't much competitive in those matches. This two nations I mention are superior unless something was to happen that they lose. I will prefer they also go represent African as they have more chances of progressing to later stages of the tournament. Africa nations don't have good record in the world cup and hopefully that curse will be broken this time around as African players are among the best in the world currently.

For the other matches, they're very strong matches that any nation can knock out the other. Nigeria vs Ghana has very strong rivalry and that's the match of much interest to me as a Nigerian. Cameroon and Algeria would also be an interesting one too. Let see who wins first leg then we can be convinced on who is progressing.

[Issa56]

I think in Egypt there is only one player who is a big star and that is Mohammed Salah. Other than that I don't see much potential in Egypt. And obviously, they are going to look for revenge but I think they are still the least favorites here. I still see Senegal win against Egypt. and the other predictions also seem to be quite on point.

Yeah they are the least favourite and most of their players play in their domestic league, just few play in Europe but you should understand mo salah is a player that is capable of doing things on his own and shouldn't be underrated. Egypt team is not that bad and on the other hand i see a very tight game and it could be a draw game.

[gantez]

I think in Egypt there is only one player who is a big star and that is Mohammed Salah. Other than that I don't see much potential in Egypt. And obviously, they are going to look for revenge but I think they are still the least favorites here. I still see Senegal win against Egypt. and the other predictions also seem to be quite on point.

Despite that Egypt lost to Senegal at the concluded African cup, Egypt play good compact football. The style of Egypt without Salah will still remain the same because they play as a team and create enough time to groom players. Salah is a new discovery in Egyptian team but rose to firm faster through liverpool team.

[Swordsoffreedom]

I think Algeria and Ghana is going to fall out of the race... with Senegal (Africa Cup of Nations 2021 winner) going through to the World Cup. I am not sure about Congo and Morocco and Mali and Tunisia. 

On paper, Morocco and Tunisia are the favorite to progress to the world cup finals. There isn't much competitive in those matches. This two nations I mention are superior unless something was to happen that they lose. I will prefer they also go represent African as they have more chances of progressing to later stages of the tournament. Africa nations don't have good record in the world cup and hopefully that curse will be broken this time around as African players are among the best in the world currently.

For the other matches, they're very strong matches that any nation can knock out the other. Nigeria vs Ghana has very strong rivalry and that's the match of much interest to me as a Nigerian. Cameroon and Algeria would also be an interesting one too. Let see who wins first leg then we can be convinced on who is progressing.

I also agree that Morocco and Tunisia are the favorites. They are more likely to win. And also better than others. We have also seen the fans support the American and European teams mostly. But considering that the African players are really great right now I think that is going to change.

In Nigeria vs Ghana, I think I will also support Nigeria. Just personal opinion. But I think this match is going to be really great because it's the second-ranked African team against the third-ranked African team. (Ghana 2nd, Nigeria 3rd).

[S A KHAIR]

I think in Egypt there is only one player who is a big star and that is Mohammed Salah. Other than that I don't see much potential in Egypt. And obviously, they are going to look for revenge but I think they are still the least favorites here. I still see Senegal win against Egypt. and the other predictions also seem to be quite on point.

Yeah they are the least favourite and most of their players play in their domestic league, just few play in Europe but you should understand mo salah is a player that is capable of doing things on his own and shouldn't be underrated. Egypt team is not that bad and on the other hand i see a very tight game and it could be a draw game.

Muhammad Salah is a great player and I also agree that he can do great things on his own but at the end of the day even a great player needs his team to help him. So, I really think it is going to be tough for Egypt.

Despite that Egypt lost to Senegal at the concluded African cup, Egypt play good compact football. The style of Egypt without Salah will still remain the same because they play as a team and create enough time to groom players. Salah is a new discovery in Egyptian team but rose to firm faster through liverpool team.

Egypt does play a team game but I really think that they still depend a lot on Mohammad Salah. At least they do depend on him to score goals. And I think that he is the most capable player in Egypt. I also believe that he can hardly carry the team on his back.

[CryptopreneurBrainboss]

In Nigeria vs Ghana, I think I will also support Nigeria. Just personal opinion. But I think this match is going to be really great because it's the second-ranked African team against the third-ranked African team. (Ghana 2nd, Nigeria 3rd).

Still don't understand why Ghana is ranked above Nigerian. I understand they were better previously but recently they haven't been playing their best. Look at the last AFCON they where no were to be found. I'm sure they'll be putting in there best to beat Nigeria. When Nigeria lost to Tunisia and got knocked out of the round of 16, Ghanian were the most happiest. They celebrated it like it was a win, that's just to show the rivalry between both nations.

South Africa is another country that has a problem with Nigerian but they aren't playing the qualifiers so issue there. Assuming we're playing another country, I can confidently tell you we'll win but since this is Ghana I'm only wishing. Hopefully Victor Osimhen will be available because we missed him at the AFCON, forget that Nigeria was doing well but it was evident we lack a striker in the Tunisia game that kicked us out of the tournament.

[Maestro75]

I think Algeria and Ghana is going to fall out of the race... with Senegal (Africa Cup of Nations 2021 winner) going through to the World Cup. I am not sure about Congo and Morocco and Mali and Tunisia. 

As a Nigerian I will want my country to beat Ghana but I know it will not be an easy match as I expect the Black Stars of Ghana to pull one back on Nigeria after we defeated them at the just concluded AFCON. I tip Egypt to beat Senegal. Am undecided in Cameroon vs Algeria encounter because it can go either way. Morocco and Tunisia are going to cruise home easily against their opponents.

When Nigeria lost to Tunisia and got knocked out of the round of 16, Ghanian were the most happiest. They celebrated it like it was a win, that's just to show the rivalry between both nations.

That is normal. Countries and their teams get happy when those who defeat them get defeated by another. It is more obvious when it is an immediate elimination from a competition. Nigerians would have done same to Ghana. The Nigeria and Ghana rivalry goes as far as comparing their food too. Remember the jollof rice debate and how Ghana has still refused to give it up that Nigeria cooks better.

[D-law]

As a good sports man, I know this might sound funny but I want the best side to win for this fixture.
Yeah Nigeria has a performing squad at the moment but you see breaking Ghana won't be quite easy as it seems.
Since it's a fifty fifty chance, I expect both goals from both sides, more of attacking than defending, but then when you play attacking football the best defending side wins at the end of the day.

[CryptopreneurBrainboss]

Since it's a fifty fifty chance, I expect both goals from both sides, more of attacking than defending, but then when you play attacking football the best defending side wins at the end of the day.

So in other words, Nigeria loses because I don't think we have defenders and goal keeper most especially as I haven't seen any outstanding performance our goal keeper has showed ever since been between the goal post for the national team. The last time we had a goal keeper that we can depend on was few years ago when Vincent Enyeama was in the goal post. Currently we just have a strong offensive side and when that get subdued we lose games as we're unable to score and defend just as we experience with Tunisia.

One positive from this whole disappointment from the AFCON is that we got to keep our national coach and not employed the service of a foreign coach as we previously enjoyed doing. We should learn from senagal, they stay with their coach for years and he finally gave them their first AFCON. African have talent and when we don't give them opportunity we kill that talent. The current coach is quite decent, we just have to give him time.

[Oluwa-btc]

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Egypt - Senegal.
Cameroon - Algeria.
Ghana - Nigeria.
DR Congo - Morocco.
Mali - Tunisia.

It's going to be 2/2 game, first fixture kickoff will be on the 25th of March and the next 29th.
All games are been played on a single day.
No biases but I want Nigeria to qualify, and of course Mohamed Salah of Egypt.
Your thoughts, who should go through ?

[coco23]

Your thoughts, who should go through ?

Looking at the performances at the Africa Cup, I think:
Egypt vs Senegal: this will be a tight decision. I think Senegal will make it (again)
Cameroon vs Algeria: Cameroon will qualify
Ghana vs Nigeria: Nigeria
Congo vs Morocco: easy for Morocco?
Mali vs Tunisia: this looks like Tunisia for me.
In the world cup i think best chances will have Nigeria and the winner of Egypt vs Senegal (it is a pity that only one of them can qualify)

[D-law]

Senegal versus Egypt will be a 50 50 game, you can not decided the winner's of the tournament already at this moment.
But I kinda fancy the Egyptians this time around, they should get a goal and defend very well, the fifa world Cup will be interesting and Salah will perform great out shinning those European defender's lmao
You see how good e plays in the Champions League and premier league, he can bring that to the tournament.

[RILWAN]

Senegal is on high spirit and suffering from the trophy hangover and have built up itself to give Egypt a run-up in the match, if you give a 50/50 prediction I will not but to it but will look forward to seeing winning for Egypt because Egypt missed out of the last game just by accident and will correct that impression in this match.

[Anguwa]

Senegal is on high spirit and suffering from the trophy hangover and have built up itself to give Egypt a run-up in the match, if you give a 50/50 prediction I will not but to it but will look forward to seeing winning for Egypt because Egypt missed out of the last game just by accident and will correct that impression in this match.

The most previous match between Egypt and Senegal was really challenging, but suggesting that Senegal won by luck I didn't agree with that, because the Senegalese squad is extremely well prepared, has excellent teamwork, and is quite competitive. Unlike the Egypt squad, who we're all hoping will be rescued by Mohammed Sallah. Senegal will still beat Egypt, but this time it will be in under 90 minutes.

[Maidak]

Since it's a fifty fifty chance, I expect both goals from both sides, more of attacking than defending, but then when you play attacking football the best defending side wins at the end of the day.

So in other words, Nigeria loses because I don't think we have defenders and goal keeper most especially as I haven't seen any outstanding performance our goal keeper has showed ever since been between the goal post for the national team. The last time we had a goal keeper that we can depend on was few years ago when Vincent Enyeama was in the goal post. Currently we just have a strong offensive side and when that get subdued we lose games as we're unable to score and defend just as we experience with Tunisia.

One positive from this whole disappointment from the AFCON is that we got to keep our national coach and not employed the service of a foreign coach as we previously enjoyed doing. We should learn from senagal, they stay with their coach for years and he finally gave them their first AFCON. African have talent and when we don't give them opportunity we kill that talent. The current coach is quite decent, we just have to give him time.

Enyeama was certainly a great goalkeeper. After him, I don't think anyone was dependable. I also agree about the positives because I think he has done quite well for the team. And if he is given a proper time he can also prove to be quite useful. Actually, the attacking side is ok and the main reason to worry is the goalkeeping and the defensive side. The midfield also needs some more tweaking.

[Newlifebtc]

I see the effects of lowa standards and it worries my heart, I don't like the fact that they failed to use a backup plan for that game against Tunisia.
Alot of star players, I want to see the best this time around in the world Cup qualifies.
Ghanaian team will come with full spirit and pressure, I  see them coming to hurt Nigeria.

[BIT-BENDER]

I hope the African world cup qualifies can be as exciting as the African nation's cup, I must repeat it again I was impressed at that competition and it was a well deserved win for the Senegalese team.
Speaking about the African world cup qualifies I think Nigeria would use it to make amend for their outing in the Africa's nation's cup we would definitely see electric games but after all said and done. Positive Nigeria would be in the up coming world cup.

[herurist]

Senegal is on high spirit and suffering from the trophy hangover and have built up itself to give Egypt a run-up in the match, if you give a 50/50 prediction I will not but to it but will look forward to seeing winning for Egypt because Egypt missed out of the last game just by accident and will correct that impression in this match.

Both teams still have opportunities now, especially Egypt because apart from wanting to qualify, they also definitely want to take revenge for the defeat some time ago.
But on the other hand even like that Senegal are still strong and they will not give it easily of course. I think having a trophy now doesn't make them drunk, it will make them more motivated and confident now

[KTChampions]

Your thoughts, who should go through ?

Looking at the performances at the Africa Cup, I think:
Egypt vs Senegal: this will be a tight decision. I think Senegal will make it (again)
Cameroon vs Algeria: Cameroon will qualify
Ghana vs Nigeria: Nigeria
Congo vs Morocco: easy for Morocco?
Mali vs Tunisia: this looks like Tunisia for me.
In the world cup i think best chances will have Nigeria and the winner of Egypt vs Senegal (it is a pity that only one of them can qualify)

It seems to me that Nigeria, of course, will beat conditional Australia if it gets into the final part of the World Cup, but its peak of historical strength is long behind. In the Senegal-Egypt pair, the situation is equal, I don't think that Senegal will be the favorite, since I don't see such a strong team as Egypt losing twice in a row to the same opponent. They will draw conclusions from that ending.