Egyptian football is in turmoil as Ahmed Hussein Mido, a former Egyptian football star, expressed concerns over the current state of the national team. Mido criticized the team's dynamics, particularly after Mohamed Salah's departure from the camp. He described the situation as a "catastrophe" and emphasized that the team's problems require immediate attention from the authorities. Mido's comments come after a series of events that have raised questions about the team's cohesion and leadership.
Mido's criticism focuses on Salah's exit from the team's camp, which he believes is a significant blow to the team's morale and performance. He stressed that the team's problems are not limited to Salah's absence but also involve the team's overall dynamics. The situation has sparked concerns about the team's ability to perform well in upcoming matches, including the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Egypt's national team is set to face South Sudan in the second round of qualifiers.
The Egyptian Football Association announced that Mohamed Salah would miss the team's upcoming match against South Sudan due to concerns over the pitch's condition. The match is scheduled to take place on September 29, 2026, at a stadium with a " Tartan" surface. Furthermore, reports suggest that Salah may also miss the team's friendly match against South Africa on October 4, 2026. The team's coach, Hossam Hassan, had previously rested Salah for matches against Mauritania and Cape Verde due to pitch concerns.
The Egyptian national team's struggles have been evident in their recent performances. In their first 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, Egypt drew 0-0 with Angola at Cairo Stadium. The team's coach, Hossam Hassan, faced criticism for his comments about goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy, which some perceived as derogatory. Hassan later apologized for his remarks, acknowledging that they were not well-received.
Egypt's next match against South Sudan is scheduled to take place in Juba, South Sudan, on September 30, 2026. The match will be played on a natural grass pitch, but concerns remain about the team's performance without Salah. The Egyptian Football Association has emphasized that the team's priority is to prepare for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, which will take place in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Mido's comments have sparked a wider debate about the state of Egyptian football. Many fans and experts have expressed concerns about the team's leadership, dynamics, and overall performance. The team's struggles have raised questions about the effectiveness of the current coaching staff and the need for changes to improve the team's prospects.
The Egyptian Football Association has yet to respond to Mido's criticism, but it is clear that the team's problems require immediate attention. The team's upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their chances of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Egypt's fans will be watching closely to see how the team responds to the current challenges and whether they can regain their form and momentum.
Key points
- Mido criticizes Egypt team's dynamics and Salah's absence as a "catastrophe".
- Egypt's national team faces challenges in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
- Mohamed Salah may miss Egypt's friendly match against South Africa due to injury concerns.
