South Sudan vs Egypt meet at Juba Stadium on 29 September 2026 in Matchday 2 of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. South Sudan return home after a 2-1 defeat away to Malawi, while Egypt travel to Juba with one point after a 0-0 draw against Angola in Cairo.
The Group B fixture gives both teams an early chance to improve their position. South Sudan are looking for their first points of the campaign, while Egypt are chasing their first qualifying win after being held on Matchday 1.
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South Sudan vs Egypt match details
| Match information | Details |
| Competition | 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification |
| Group | Group B |
| Matchday | 2 |
| Date | Tuesday, 29 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 15:00 EAT / 13:00 UTC |
| Venue | Juba Stadium, Juba |
| Surface | Artificial turf |
| South Sudan coach | Christian Nsengi-Biembe |
| Egypt coach | Hossam Hassan |
Malawi lead Group B after beating South Sudan 2-1 in the opening round. Egypt and Angola have one point each following their goalless draw, leaving South Sudan fourth before the second round of matches.
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South Sudan vs Egypt team news
South Sudan vs Egypt team news is led by a major Egypt absence: captain Mohamed Salah will not play in Juba. The Egyptian Football Association said the decision was agreed before the Angola match because of concerns about the artificial playing surface.
Egypt are also without defender Mohamed Abdelmonem, who has been returning from knee surgery and will not play on the artificial surface. Hossam Hassan added Osama Faisal to the travelling squad after Salah’s withdrawal, while Marwan Attia is available again after suspension.
South Sudan coach Christian Nsengi-Biembe can build around much of the team that competed well for periods against Malawi. Joseph Dhata scored the equaliser in that match and remains an important attacking option, while Valentino Kuach Yuel, Keer Majak, Joseph Malish and Jackson Dwang are alternatives after appearing from the bench.
Possible South Sudan vs Egypt lineups
South Sudan vs Egypt lineups will only be official shortly before kick-off. Current pre-match team information points to Egypt reshaping their attack without Salah, while South Sudan can retain much of the side used against Malawi.
| South Sudan possible XI | Egypt possible XI |
| Mawith | Mostafa Shobeir |
| Atendele | Mohamed Hany |
| Rehen Angier | Hossam Abdelmaguid |
| Laku | Rami Rabia |
| Bakosoro | Ahmed Aboul-Fetouh |
| Joseph Dhata | Marwan Attia |
| Peter Chan | Mohand Lasheen |
| Jawa | Zizo |
| Gama | Emam Ashour |
| Iluya | Haissem Hassan |
| Albano | Omar Marmoush |
The final XIs can change after the last fitness checks and tactical decisions. Egypt have additional attacking options after Osama Faisal joined the squad.
South Sudan vs Egypt stats and Group B standings
South Sudan vs Egypt stats start with two teams still looking for their first qualifying victory. South Sudan scored once in Malawi through Joseph Dhata but conceded in each half, while Egypt controlled long periods against Angola without finding a goal.
| Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
| Malawi | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| Angola | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Egypt | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| South Sudan | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 |
South Sudan have won one of their last 11 matches according to current pre-match reporting. Egypt, meanwhile, have gone four matches without a victory inside 90 minutes, although that sequence includes their World Cup knockout win over Australia on penalties.
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South Sudan vs Egypt H2H
South Sudan vs Egypt H2H history is short at senior level. The teams have one recorded previous senior meeting, a friendly in Cairo in June 2023 that Egypt won 3-0.
| Date | Competition | Result |
| 18 June 2023 | International friendly | Egypt 3-0 South Sudan |
That result provides limited evidence for this qualifier because the teams now have different squads, coaches and competitive circumstances. This is their first recorded senior meeting in AFCON qualifying.
Recent South Sudan and Egypt results
South Sudan vs Egypt results coming into Matchday 2 show different problems for the two teams. South Sudan have struggled to turn competitive spells into results, while Egypt’s immediate issue has been converting possession and chances into goals.
South Sudan recent form
South Sudan opened Group B with a 2-1 defeat away to Malawi. Dhata equalised early in the second half before Lloyd Njaliwa restored Malawi’s lead. The Bright Stars had reached the group stage after coming through the preliminary round against Djibouti.
Egypt recent form
Egypt began the qualifiers with a 0-0 home draw against Angola. Before the international window, the Pharaohs had reached the knockout phase of the 2026 World Cup, progressing past Australia on penalties before losing 3-2 to Argentina in the Round of 16.
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Key players to watch
Joseph Dhata gives South Sudan a direct threat after scoring against Malawi. Peter Chan can help the hosts compete in midfield, while the defensive unit will need to stay compact against an Egypt side expected to have more of the ball.
Without Salah, Egypt’s attacking responsibility shifts toward Omar Marmoush, Zizo, Emam Ashour and the other forward options available to Hossam Hassan. Marmoush came on early against Angola and remains one of Egypt’s strongest routes to goal, while Marwan Attia’s return adds another midfield option.
What South Sudan vs Egypt means for Group B
South Sudan can move into the group contest with a positive home result after leaving Malawi without a point. Egypt need a win to avoid losing early ground to Malawi and to make their control against Angola count for more in the standings.
The top two teams in the group qualify for AFCON 2027, so points collected in the opening rounds can quickly influence the pressure on later fixtures.
South Sudan vs Egypt prediction and match outlook
South Sudan vs Egypt prediction analysis has to account for Egypt’s stronger squad depth but also for the conditions in Juba and the absence of Mohamed Salah. Egypt should still have enough technical quality to control long periods, but the Angola draw showed that possession alone will not settle the match.
South Sudan’s best route into the contest is to stay compact, make Egypt work on the artificial surface and use Dhata and the other attacking outlets quickly when possession changes. An early goal for the hosts would change the pressure on Egypt significantly.
For Egypt, the priority is sharper finishing and quicker movement around the South Sudan penalty area. Marmoush and Zizo can provide much of the attacking threat, while Attia’s availability gives Hassan another option for controlling midfield.
How to follow South Sudan vs Egypt today
South Sudan vs Egypt today is being played at Juba Stadium on 29 September 2026, with kick-off at 15:00 East Africa Time (13:00 UTC). Broadcast and streaming availability differs by country, so viewers should check their local AFCON rights holder before kick-off.
Live football services will update the confirmed teams, score, goals, cards, substitutions and match statistics after the game starts.
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South Sudan vs Egypt FAQs
When is South Sudan vs Egypt?
South Sudan vs Egypt is scheduled for Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
What time is South Sudan vs Egypt?
Kick-off is at 15:00 EAT, which is 13:00 UTC.
Where is South Sudan vs Egypt being played?
The AFCON qualifier is being played at Juba Stadium in Juba, South Sudan.
Which AFCON qualifying group are South Sudan and Egypt in?
South Sudan and Egypt are in Group B with Malawi and Angola.
Is Mohamed Salah playing against South Sudan?
No. The Egyptian Football Association confirmed that Salah will miss the match because of concerns about playing on the artificial surface in Juba.
What happened in South Sudan’s first AFCON qualifier?
South Sudan lost 2-1 away to Malawi, with Joseph Dhata scoring for the Bright Stars.
What happened in Egypt’s first AFCON qualifier?
Egypt drew 0-0 with Angola in Cairo.
What is the South Sudan vs Egypt H2H record?
The teams have one recorded previous senior meeting. Egypt won the 2023 friendly 3-0.
Who are the coaches?
Christian Nsengi-Biembe coaches South Sudan, while Hossam Hassan is Egypt head coach.
Conclusion
South Sudan vs Egypt gives both teams an immediate chance to change the shape of AFCON 2027 qualifying Group B. South Sudan return to Juba looking for their first points, while Egypt need to turn their opening draw with Angola into a stronger result away from home.
Salah’s absence changes Egypt’s attack, but the visitors still have experienced options across midfield and the forward line. South Sudan’s task is to stay organised, use home conditions effectively and improve on the promising moments they produced against Malawi.
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