Egypt’s head coach, Hossam Hassan, has officially announced the final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sparking intense debate across the footballing world with some high-profile decisions.
The Biggest Shock: Mostafa Mohamed Out
In a move that stunned the “Nile Pioneers” fans, Hassan has excluded star striker Mostafa Mohamed. Instead, he has placed his faith in ENPPI’s young talent, Aktay Abdallah.
Youth and Experience Combined
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The Barcelona Prodigy: The squad includes 18-year-old Hamza Abdel Karim, who is currently making waves with Barcelona’s B team.
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The Injury Gamble: Despite a long absence from the pitch, veteran defender Mohamed Abdelmonem has been included. However, Mostafa Fathi misses out due to a clavicle injury.
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The Attack: The Pharaohs will be led by the world-class duo of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, alongside Heithem Hassan, who recently debuted in March.
Final Roster Details
The current list contains 27 players. Per FIFA regulations, one player will be dropped before the tournament kicks off to finalize the 26-man roster.
