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Hossam Hassan

Hassan: Egypt respects Messi and Argentina, but Africa’s dream comes first

Ahead of the Egyptian national team’s most important game in this 2026 FIFA World Cup today, the Pharaohs' head coach Hossam Hassan says they are drawing their strength from the two international friendlies they played against Spain and Brazil before the tournament.

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Egypt coach wants team to maintain identity in World Cup clash against Argentina

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan insists his team will look to maintain their identity when they take on defending champions Argentina in their World Cup last-16 clash in Atlanta.

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Salah savours historic World Cup and relishes date with Messi

Egyptian national team captain Mo Salah has described the Pharaohs World Cup run as incredible, and now looks forward to another showdown with the world’s greatest footballer, Lionel Messi and his Argentina team.

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Egypt prevail in penalty shoot-out after Australia force extra time at World Cup

Egypt continued their good form at the FIFA World Cup with a victory on penalties over Australia in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 encounter at Dallas Stadium on Friday.

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Mohamed Salah fitness leaves Egypt waiting ahead of Australia World Cup clash

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has said he will make a late decision on whether Mohamed Salah starts Friday's FIFA World Cup last-32 meeting with Australia, insisting he will not take any risks with his captain's fitness.

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Egypt assess Mohammed Salah injury worry ahead of World Cup knockouts

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has moved to ease concerns over Mohamed Salah's fitness after the captain was forced off during the 1-1 World Cup draw with Iran, saying the forward will be assessed.

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