World Cup 2026: Egypt defender Yasser Ibrahim counts on Salah and Marmoush’s experience for breakthrough

Egyptian international Yasser Ibrahim has expressed strong confidence in Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, insisting both attackers have the quality and mentality to inspire the Pharaohs on the global stage.

The experienced Egypt defender praised the duo’s influence within the squad, highlighting their experience at the highest level of club football and their understanding of the responsibility that comes with representing their country at a World Cup.

“They are big players playing at the highest level. They have the experience and know the responsibility of wearing the national shirt at the World Cup,” Yasser Ibrahim said.

He added that the squad is determined to achieve something special at the tournament, stressing the collective belief within the team that Egypt can deliver a strong campaign and make the nation proud.

“In shaa Allah, we will do something great that honors their names and the name of Egypt,” he said.

However, it was his glowing praise for Marmoush that stood out most, with the defender boldly tipping the forward to emerge as one of the tournament’s surprise stars.

“Omar Marmoush is going to be the absolute surprise of this tournament, In shaa Allah!” he declared.

Egypt head into the World Cup with renewed optimism, leaning on the experience of Salah, who remains the team’s talisman, and the growing reputation of Marmoush, whose performances in European football have attracted increasing attention.

The Pharaohs will be hoping that their attacking stars can combine effectively to drive them deep into the competition, as expectations grow around a squad that believes it can make a meaningful impact at the tournament.

With belief clearly strong inside the camp, Yasser Ibrahim’s comments reflect a wider confidence that Egypt can defy external doubts and deliver a memorable World Cup campaign.