Egypt, despite their strong squad, faces a defensive setback with key centre-back Mohamed Abdelmonem ruled out due to a calf injury during ACL recovery. His absence will impact the defensive stability. The team still boasts a star-studded lineup, with Liverpool's Mohamed Salah leading the attack, supported by Man City's Marmoush and Nantes' Mostafa Mohamed. The match is scheduled for December 23rd, between the hosts, Egypt, and Zimbabwe. Egypt has shown consistent form recently, with a series of wins and draws, maintaining high confidence and morale. In contrast, Zimbabwe has experienced inconsistent results, including heavy defeats, posing psychological challenges for the team. The overall competitive level indicates a divergence, with Egypt maintaining strong momentum while Zimbabwe appears to be struggling. Prediction: Over 2.25 goals