Egypt players can cope with the huge expectations of beating Ghana at home, says right back Omar Gaber.

More than 80,000 fans are expected inside the Borg El-Arab Stadium in Alexandria.

Egypt, Group E leaders after the 2-1 win at Congo, are tipped to beat the Black Stars who stuttered to draw 0-0 at home

But Gaber, 24,  says the current Pharoahs players can cope with the pressure.

''The players are capable of withstanding pressure and bearing responsibility, and we hope we can make the Egyptian fans happy with a victory over Ghana,'' Gaber told ON Sports.

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