Egypt prepare for Burkina Faso clash with key lineup changes

Egypt is heading into its next World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso with quiet confidence and a few tweaks to its lineup.

The Pharaohs remain top of Group A with 19 points, holding a five-point cushion over their closest challengers, but coach Hossam Hassan is looking to refresh his side ahead of Tuesday’s test.

Midfielder Marwan Attia is back in full training after recovering from hernia surgery, bringing a timely boost to the squad. Sources close to the team revealed that Mohand Lasheen may be handed a starting role in place of Osama Faisal, while Omar Marmoush could lead the attack from the center forward position. These adjustments show Hassan’s intent to balance experience with energy as the road to 2026 continues.

National team manager Ibrahim Hassan confirmed the delegation will leave Cairo on Sunday for a six-hour private flight to Ouagadougou.

Before departure, the players will have one last training session at Cairo Stadium. Recovery and fitness drills are ongoing at the team hotel as Egypt sharpen their focus on maintaining control of Group A.