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Egypt

Pharaohs · Group G · CAF

Coach

Hossam Hassan

Likely formation

4-2-3-1

World Cup record

Appearances: 3

Best finish: Group stage (1990)

Key players

  • FWMohamed SalahLiverpoolEgypt's greatest footballer and one of the world's elite wingers.
  • FWMostafa MohamedGalatasarayPhysical centre-forward making his mark in European football.
  • FWOmar MarmoushManchester CityExplosive attacking winger with a standout European profile and a rising star for Egypt.
  • MFAmr WardaAl AhlyCreative midfielder who thrives cutting in from the right flank.
  • GKMohamed El-ShennawyAl AhlyAl Ahly's trusted shot-stopper with a record of big-game saves.

Group fixtures

Belgium vs Egypt15 Jun
New Zealand vs Egypt22 Jun
Egypt vs Iran27 Jun

Group standings

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About

Egypt return to the World Cup driven by the presence of Mohamed Salah, widely regarded as the greatest Arab footballer of all time.

The Pharaohs face Belgium, Iran and New Zealand in Group G, blending experienced campaigners with emerging young talent.