Ahead of the final training camp, the Egyptian Football Association revealed a 27-player squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Notable stars like Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush, Trezeguet, and Mohamed Abdelmonem are part of the core group selected by coach Hossam Hassan.
Following a friendly match against Russia on May 28, the squad will be trimmed to 26 players for the World Cup starting on June 11. Some surprises in the preliminary squad include the absence of Mostafa Mohamed and the omission of Mohamed Shehata and Nasser Mansi from Zamalek.
Coach Abdelmonem introduced five potential debutants, including Hamza Abdelkareem and Aqtay Abdullah, gearing up for Egypt’s fourth World Cup appearance. The team is placed in Group G and will compete against Belgium, New Zealand, and Iran on specific dates in June.
Egypt’s track record at the FIFA World Cup has been modest, with struggles to replicate their continental success on the global stage. Despite Salah’s successful club career, his international accolades remain incomplete, aiming to make an impact at the upcoming tournament.
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