Egypt director Ibrahim Hassan challenges players to fight for national team places

Egypt national team director Ibrahim Hassan has challenged players to work hard and prove their worth to earn a place in the Pharaohs’ squad, insisting that head coach Hossam Hassan will not favour any player based on age, reputation or personal considerations.

Ibrahim made it clear that representing Egypt is an opportunity every player must fight for, stressing that commitment, hard work and performance will remain central to the technical team’s selection decisions.

“My message to all the players is that you must fight to be there, and I am sure that all the Egyptian players know our character. Any player who works hard, whether young or old, will be with Hossam Hassan in the national team, because we don’t have any calculations,” he stated.

The national team director’s comments reinforce the coaching staff’s position that no player is guaranteed a place in the squad, regardless of their standing in Egyptian football or the experience they bring to the team.

According to Ibrahim, the technical team expects every player hoping to represent the country to demonstrate the qualities required to compete at international level. Players who consistently perform well and show the necessary commitment will have an opportunity to attract the attention of Hossam Hassan and his assistants.

His remarks also send a clear message to younger players seeking to establish themselves in the senior national team. While experience can be valuable, Ibrahim’s position suggests that emerging talents will not be overlooked if they demonstrate the ability and determination to make a meaningful contribution.

At the same time, established players must continue to justify their places through their performances rather than rely on their reputations. The selection process, Ibrahim indicated, will be guided by what players offer on the pitch rather than considerations outside football.

The comments reflect the technical team’s intention to maintain competition within the squad as Egypt continue their preparations for upcoming international assignments. A competitive selection process can give the coach greater flexibility when assessing players and choosing a team capable of meeting the country’s expectations.

For Ibrahim and Hossam Hassan, the priority is to assemble a group of players who are ready to work for one another and represent Egypt with determination. Their message is that the national team remains open to anyone willing to meet those standards, whether an experienced campaigner or a young prospect hoping to make a breakthrough.

With Egypt seeking further success on the international stage, Ibrahim has made the expectation clear: players must fight for their places, and hard work will be the route to earning the trust of the coaching staff.