2026 World Cup: Mohamed Salah aims to lead Egypt to glory

15.06.26 FT World Cup

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The moment of truth is approaching for Egypt. Just days away from their World Cup 2026 debut, the North African squad is fine-tuning the final details of their preparation under the leadership of their iconic captain, Mohamed Salah.

After an impressive qualifying run, Egypt heads to the United States with plenty of reasons to believe. Undefeated throughout the qualifiers, the Pharaohs were propelled by Salah’s clinical finishing, as he netted nine goals to help secure his country’s ticket to the tournament. But Egypt is far from a one-man team.

Goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy brings invaluable experience to the squad, while a new generation led by Omar Marmoush and Hamza Abdelkarim is brimming with ambition. The excitement around the team is already tangible. During an open training session in Spokane, a large crowd of supporters gathered to catch a glimpse of Mohamed Salah and his teammates, a clear sign of the high hopes resting on this squad.

In this expanded World Cup featuring 48 teams, Egypt hopes to capitalize on their balanced squad to emerge as one of the tournament’s surprise packages. With Salah leading the charge, the Pharaohs are determined to make their mark on the global stage.

Aliou Toundé |

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