Renowned sports commentator Ahmed Shobeir has disclosed the contours of Egypt’s final squad as they brace themselves for the upcoming African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast in 2024.
The AFCON tournament is scheduled to take place from January 13 to February 11, with Egypt placed in Group 2 alongside Cape Verde, Ghana, and Mozambique.
Speaking on the program “On Time Stadium,” broadcast on ON Time Sports, Shobeir shared insights into the managerial decisions made by Rui Vitoria, the head coach of the Egyptian national team.
The final squad, consisting of 27 players, will be officially announced during a press conference on Saturday afternoon.
Shobeir noted, “Vitoria has finalized the squad for the national team in preparation for the AFCON. The list will be revealed this Saturday in a press conference.” He emphasized that the selection process was challenging, stating, “Out of 30 players, not all will make it to the final list,” leaving room for potential surprises.
The anticipated squad includes key players in different positions:
Goalkeepers:
– Mohamed El Shenawy
– Mohamed Awad
– Mahmoud Gad
– Mohamed Bassam or Mohamed Abu Jabal
Defenders:
– Mohamed Hani
– Omar Kamal Abdelwahed
– Akram Tawfik
– Ahmed Hegazi
– Mohamed Abdelmonem
– Yasser Ibrahim
– Rami Rabia
– Mohamed Hamdi
– Ahmed Fathouh
Midfielders:
– Hamdi Fathi
– Imam Ashour
– Mohamed Elneny
– Mostafa Fathi
– Mahmoud Hamada
– Omar Marmoush
– Ahmed Mostafa Zizo
– Marwan Attia
– Ahmed Nabil “Koka”
– Abdullah El Said
Forwards:
– Mohamed Salah
– Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet
– Mostafa Mohamed
– Mohamed Sherif
– Kahraba
This lineup showcases a balance of experienced players and rising talents, reflecting Vitoria’s strategic approach.
With the AFCON tournament just around the corner, Egypt’s supporters eagerly await the official announcement and anticipate the team’s performance on the continental stage.
