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Six-times champions Egypt maintained their perfect record at the African Nations Cup when they beat Benin 2-0 in their final Group C game on Wednesday. Egypt, gunning for an unprecedented third title in a row, had already secured top spot in the group after victories over Nigeria and Mozambique. Nigeria went through with a 3-0 win over Mozambique who were sent packing along with Benin. Defender Ahmed Al Muhammadi opened the scoring for Egypt with a long-range cross that caught Yoann Djidonou off guard and Ahmed Raouf doubled the tally on 23 minutes, slotting home after a superb save by the Benin keeper. Forward Peter Odemwingie scored twice to help Nigeria to a 3-0 win over Mozambique and a place in the African Nations Cup quarter-finals. The Russian-based striker scored either side of halftime as the Super Eagles, who began the tournament with a 3-1 defeat by champions Egypt, made sure of a top-two finish in Group C. Obafemi Martins completed the scoring just before the end for the World Cup qualifiers. Mozambique, who have taken part in the tournament five times without mustering a win, finished with a single point from their opening draw with Benin.