Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has reflected on his team’s defeat to the Pharaohs of Egypt, reports Completesports.com.
The Cheetahs were eliminated from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Monday following a 3-1 loss to Hossam Hassan’s side after extra time.
Well organised and fearless, the Cheetahs caused Egypt serious problems in the first half.
Marwan Attia however opened the scoring for Egypt with a powerful strike in the 69th minute.
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Jodel Dossou capitalised on a defensive error to equalise and force extra time.
Egypt struck twice in extra time through Yasser Ibrahim, and Mohamed Salah.
“What we saw was a match that was a fight, a real battle, while still playing football. Two teams engaged in a tough contest,” Rohr was quoted by CAFonline.
“I saw a good football match. When you look at the Egyptian individual players, we don’t have the same level. Especially since our best striker, Steve Mounié, was missing.
” I regret his absence, because in a match like this he would have helped us a lot, particularly in aerial play. But as head coach, I am proud of my players. I take away their attitude tonight, their solidarity and fighting spirit. That is very positive for the future of the Cheetahs.”
