The Cheetahs took the Pharaohs to extra time when Jodel Dossou cancelled out Marwan Attia's 69th minute opener with his 83rd minute strike.
Goals from Yasser Ibrahim (97') and Mohamed Salah (124') ultimately sealed the win for the record seven-time AFCON winners, who will now play Ivory Coast in the quarter-finals.
Reflecting on the game, Rohr insisted the future is bright for Benin after a strong showing at the tournament.
He said on Flash Score: "What we saw was a match that was a fight, a real battle, while still playing football. Two teams engaged in a tough contest. 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 Mounie, 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."
Mostafa "Zico" Mohamed has credited Egypt coach Hossam Hassan for helping unlock his confidence after continuing his impressive rise with another influential display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a historic 3-1 comeback victory over New Zealand in Vancouver, helping the Pharaohs claim their first-ever FIFA World Cup win and move to the top of Group G.
Romelu Lukaku made another decisive statement from the bench as Belgium were held to a 1-1 draw by Egypt in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group G clash, with coach Rudi Garcia insisting the striker will not be rushed back into the starting XI.
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has insisted his side are "not here to make up the numbers" after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Belgium in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup Group G match.
