South Sudan face Egypt in Africa Cup of Nations Group B clash

group b showdown at juba national stadium

The Africa Cup of Nations continues with a Group B fixture on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, as South Sudan host Egypt at the Juba National Stadium. Kick-off is set for 13:00 UTC in what promises to be a crucial encounter in the group stage. The match will see South Sudan looking to improve their standing against a strong Egyptian side currently leading the group.

standings and stakes

Egypt enter the match sitting at the top of Group B, boasting an unbeaten record with two wins and one draw from three games. They have accumulated seven points, scoring three goals and conceding just once, giving them a healthy goal difference of plus two. Their position in the promotion places highlights their strong start to the tournament.

South Sudan, on the other hand, have struggled in their recent form and have yet to make an impact in the group standings. Although their current ranking is not detailed, their recent results suggest they are fighting to gain momentum and points on home soil.

recent form and performance

South Sudan's recent form over five matches shows a challenging run, with just one win, one draw, and three losses. They have scored five goals while conceding eight, averaging one goal per game but allowing 1.6 goals against per match. Their latest outings include a 1-2 loss away to Malawi on 25 September and a 0-1 home defeat to Djibouti in March, though they did secure a 4-0 victory against Djibouti away earlier in March. Their home matches have included a goalless draw against Togo and a heavy 0-5 loss to Senegal. These results underline inconsistencies and defensive vulnerabilities.

Egypt have shown greater stability, with one win, three draws, and one loss in their last five matches. They have scored seven times and conceded six, averaging 1.4 goals for and 1.2 goals against per game. Notable recent results include a 0-0 draw at home to Angola on 25 September, a narrow 2-3 loss away to Argentina in July, and draws against Australia and Iran. Their most emphatic recent result was a 3-1 away win over New Zealand in June. This form suggests Egypt have the ability to both score and contain opponents, a combination that has kept them unbeaten in Group B thus far.

head-to-head and expectations

There is no direct head-to-head record provided for matches between South Sudan and Egypt in this competition. However, the contrasting form and group standings may influence the expectations for this fixture. Egypt's position at the top of Group B and their solid recent results suggest they could be favourites to maintain their unbeaten run. South Sudan, playing at home and eager to secure points, may look to capitalise on home advantage and challenge the visitors. The match could be tightly contested but Egypt's consistency could give them the edge.

Where the teams stand

Recent form