EGYPT 1-0 LEBANON
Both teams entered the tie knowing victory was crucial following Algeria's win earlier in the day but neither could find a breakthrough in the first half. 

Egypt, however, saw more of the ball as they peppered the Lebanon goalmouth with attempts.

Egypt's breakthrough, however, only came in the 71st minute with Mohamed Afsha converting a spot-kick.

Egypt continued to dominate possession and with limited opportunities to move forward, Lebanon couldn't find a way through as they kicked off their campaign with a defeat. 

ALGERIA 4-0 SUDAN
Baghdad Bounedjah scored twice as Algeria defeated Sudan 4-0 in the earlier Group D match at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium.

Bounedjah, who plays his club football with Qatar champions Al Sadd SC, opened the scoring in the 11th minute before slotting home his second in the 37th. 

Djamel Benlamri ensured a healthy lead for Algeria with his effort in the 43rd and El Arabi Soudani sealed the points when he scored the fourth a minute into the second half. 

Algeria play Lebanon next on Saturday with Sudan taking on Egypt. 

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