Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush are set to give Egypt a timely lift as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The Liverpool forward and the Manchester City striker will link up with the Pharaohs next Monday, just days before decisive matches against Ethiopia and Burkina Faso on September 5 and 9.
Their arrival is expected to spark excitement in camp, with the pair joining training the very next day. For many Egyptian fans, the presence of Salah and Marmoush represents more than just star power; it signals renewed belief in the team’s journey toward the World Cup.
Coach Hossam Hassan will reveal the full squad list next Sunday once the fifth round of the Egyptian Premier League concludes. His decisions are being closely watched as Egypt looks to balance experience with fresh talent.
Meanwhile, the Pharaohs have turned down a proposed friendly with Zambia ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Instead, the technical team confirmed two stronger African opponents will be lined up to sharpen Egypt before the December tournament.
