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South Sudan national football team vs Egypt national football team standings took a decisive turn on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, as Egypt produced a dominant 5-0 victory at Juba Stadium in Africa Cup of Nations qualification Group B.
The result strengthened Egypt’s position at the top of the group while leaving South Sudan facing a difficult route forward. Egypt controlled the match for long periods, created the clearer chances and finished with five different scoring contributions across the game.
South Sudan national football team vs Egypt national football team standings after the match
Egypt now sit first in Group B with four points from two matches. Their record includes one win and one draw, with five goals scored and none conceded. That gives Hossam Hassan’s side a goal difference of plus five.
South Sudan remain fourth and bottom of the group with zero points after two defeats. They have scored one goal and conceded seven, leaving them with a goal difference of minus six.
- Egypt: First place, two matches, four points
- South Sudan: Fourth place, two matches, zero points
- Egypt’s goal difference: Plus five
- South Sudan’s goal difference: Minus six
Malawi are second on three points, while Angola sit third with one point. The standings remain capable of changing as the qualification campaign continues, but Egypt have given themselves an important early advantage.
Egypt turn pressure into a commanding win
Egypt needed 36 minutes to break the deadlock. Mostafa Zico opened the scoring after receiving assistance from Ahmed Fatouh, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead at half-time.
Omar Marmoush then made the difference after the interval. The forward scored in the 49th minute, with Mohanad Lasheen providing the assist, before adding his second in the 83rd minute after a pass from Emam Ashour.
Between Marmoush’s two goals, Ibrahim Adel struck in the 75th minute. Marwan Attia supplied the assist as Egypt continued to exploit gaps in the South Sudan defence. Hamza Abdelkarim completed the scoring in the second minute of stoppage time.
- 36 minutes: Mostafa Zico gives Egypt the lead
- 49 minutes: Omar Marmoush doubles the advantage
- 75 minutes: Ibrahim Adel makes it 3-0
- 83 minutes: Marmoush scores his second
- 90+2 minutes: Hamza Abdelkarim completes the rout
Key match statistics from Juba Stadium
According to the BBC match data, Egypt had 60.7% possession compared with South Sudan’s 39.3%. The visitors also recorded 19 shots, including 10 on target, while South Sudan managed 12 attempts and only one effort on target.
Egypt’s passing was another major advantage. They completed 486 passes with an accuracy of 84.4%, compared with South Sudan’s 306 passes at 82.4% accuracy. Egypt also made 28 touches inside the opposition penalty area, more than twice South Sudan’s total of 12.
Despite the scoreline, South Sudan goalkeeper Mawith made five saves. Egypt’s goalkeeper made one save, underlining how limited the home side were in front of goal.
What the result means for both teams
For Egypt, the victory provides momentum after a draw with Angola in their previous Group B fixture. The team’s attacking depth was evident, with Zico, Marmoush, Adel and Abdelkarim all finding the net.
For South Sudan manager Christian Nsengi-Biembe, the challenge is now to improve a team that has conceded seven goals in its opening two matches. The Bright Stars will need a stronger defensive structure and greater attacking threat to move away from the bottom of the table.
The qualification race is not over, but Egypt’s five-goal victory has made the current Group B picture clear: the Pharaohs are in control, while South Sudan urgently need points in their upcoming fixtures.
Frequently asked questions
What was the South Sudan vs Egypt score?
Egypt defeated South Sudan 5-0 in Africa Cup of Nations qualification on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
Who scored for Egypt?
Mostafa Zico, Omar Marmoush, Ibrahim Adel and Hamza Abdelkarim scored for Egypt. Marmoush scored twice.
Where are Egypt in Group B?
Egypt are top of Group B with four points from two matches, five goals scored and no goals conceded.
Where are South Sudan in the standings?
South Sudan are fourth and bottom of Group B with zero points after two matches.
Who scored the opening goal?
Mostafa Zico opened the scoring for Egypt in the 36th minute at Juba Stadium.
