Former Egypt national team coach Ayman Abdelaziz has highlighted the impact of injuries on Egypt’s journey in the Africa Cup of Nations tournament.
Speaking in a televised interview on “MBC Masr,” Abdelaziz stated, “Trezeguet, two days before the Congo match, was feeling unwell, with his temperature reaching 39 degrees Celsius.
Dr. Mohamed Abouelalla was constantly with him to ensure he could make it to the match.”
“On the day of the match at 5:30 AM, Dr. Mohamed Abouelalla was in Omar Marmoush’s room and told us, ‘Marmoush is on the verge of death,’ because his temperature had exceeded 40 degrees,” he added.
Abdelaziz continued, “Imam Ashour, during training, hit his head and lost his speech for a minute.
Additionally, we were without the world’s best player, Mohamed Salah, and Mohamed El Shenawy.”
The revelations shed light on the challenges faced by the Egyptian team during the prestigious tournament, with key players struggling with injuries and health issues.
Despite these setbacks, Egypt managed to navigate through the tournament, showcasing resilience and determination on the field.
However, the absence of influential players undoubtedly impacted the team’s performance and dynamics.
Abdelaziz’s insights provide a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes struggles encountered by the Egyptian national team, highlighting the unpredictable nature of elite-level competitions and the importance of managing player fitness and well-being.
As Egypt reflects on its campaign in the Africa Cup of Nations, the revelations from Abdelaziz offer valuable context and understanding of the obstacles faced by the team, shaping the narrative surrounding their journey in the tournament.
