Trezeguet believes Egypt can go all the way in AFCON despite slow start

Aston Villa winger Mahmoud Trezeguet believes Egypt have what it takes to win the African Cup of Nations despite making a slow start.

Mahmoud Elassal , Saturday 15 Jan 2022,

Egypt s Trezeguet, left, and Jefferson Encada of Guinea-Bissau fight for the ball during the African Cup of Nations Group D soccer match between Egypt and Guinea-Bissau in Garoua, Cameroon, Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022. AP

Egypt claimed their first victory in the tournament on Saturday, with a brilliant second-half volley from Mohamed Salah giving them a 1-0 win over Guinea-Bissau.

They made a disappointing start to their campaign, losing 1-0 to Nigeria in their opening Group D clash last Tuesday.

"I congratulate all Egyptians after the victory over Guinea-Bissau," Trezeguet told beIN Sports.

"I promise our fans that we will improve in the coming games, as our target remains winning the Nations Cup title."

Egypt lie second in Group D with three points, three behind leaders and already-qualified Nigeria. Guinea-Bissau and Sudan have one point apiece.

The Pharaohs need just a draw against Sudan on Tuesday to qualify for the last 16.

"The game against Sudan will be difficult and we will do our best to win," Trezeguet added.

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