The Egyptian national team, led by coach Hossam Hassan, resumed training on Thursday, October 1, 2026, in preparation for their friendly match against South Africa. The match is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 4, at 9:00 PM at the Cairo International Stadium. This comes after Egypt's 5-0 win over South Sudan in the second round of Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Mohamed Salah will be absent from the training and the friendly match against South Africa. He had obtained a rest from the previous match against South Sudan and traveled to England. The decision was made in coordination with the technical staff of the Egyptian national team. The team had been given a day off on Wednesday, and the players were expected to report for duty on Thursday.
Coach Hossam Hassan decided to grant the players a day off after their arrival in Cairo. The team will intensify their physical and technical preparations for the friendly match against South Africa. The match is seen as an opportunity for the team to build on their momentum after the convincing win over South Sudan.
The Egyptian Football Association announced that tickets for the friendly match against South Africa have gone on sale at discounted prices. The prices range from 20 to 300 Egyptian pounds, depending on the seating category. The association aims to encourage fans to attend the match and support the national team.
The friendly match against South Africa is the last fixture for Egypt during the September international break. The team is expected to put on a strong performance and achieve a win in front of their home fans. The match will also provide an opportunity for coach Hossam Hassan to assess his players and make any necessary adjustments before the next round of qualifiers.
Egypt's national team has been in good form lately, with a convincing win over South Sudan in their last match. The team will look to build on this momentum and achieve a positive result against South Africa. The friendly match will also provide an opportunity for the team to fine-tune their tactics and prepare for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The match against South Africa will be a crucial test for Egypt's national team, as they look to build on their recent form and prepare for the challenges ahead. The team's performance will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, as they seek to make a strong impression and achieve a positive result.
Key points
- Egypt national team resumes training for South Africa friendly without Mohamed Salah.
- Tickets for the friendly match are available at discounted prices.
- The match against South Africa is Egypt's last fixture during the September international break.
