Ibrahim Salah, former Zamalek star, expressed that Mohamed Salah, the captain of the Egyptian national team, is deeply passionate about his country and aspires to consistently contribute to the Pharaohs, basing his opinion on their camaraderie during previous camps.
During an interview with host Hany Hathout on the program “Al-Match” on Sada El Balad channel, Salah emphasized that Vitoria bears responsibility for the lackluster performances of most national team players in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Salah highlighted the peculiar contradictions in Vitoria’s decisions during the Pharaohs’ matches in the tournament, affirming that a foreign coach is the best solution for the national team.
He stressed that any Egyptian player prefers a foreign coach due to their inclination towards fairness and good treatment.
Concluding his remarks, Salah pointed out that Egyptian coaches are influenced by crowd sentiments, both in international tournaments and the domestic league.
He emphasized that the absence of proper planning is the root cause of the challenges faced by Egyptian football.
The insights from Ibrahim Salah provide a critical perspective on the dynamics influencing the national team’s performance and the ongoing discussions regarding the coaching staff.