Egyptian national team captain Mohamed Salah delivered a speech on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, in the presence of Egypt's Youth and Sports Minister, Joher Nabil. The speech took place during a training session as the team prepares to face Angola and South Sudan in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Salah emphasized the team's commitment to building on the foundations laid by the technical staff.
During his address, Salah expressed his satisfaction with the team's current state, praising the technical staff for creating a positive atmosphere for both the players and Egyptian fans. He voiced his optimism that this momentum will continue for as long as possible. Salah also highlighted the quality of the players, stating that they are at a high level and capable of achieving something that will make the Egyptian people and their families proud.
Salah concluded his speech by looking forward to the upcoming period, expressing hope that it will be better and that the team can build on past experiences. Egypt is set to face Angola on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Cairo International Stadium. The match will be broadcast on beIN Sports and On Time Sports.
The Egyptian team is part of Group Two in the AFCON qualifiers, alongside Angola, Malawi, and South Sudan. After facing Angola, Egypt will take on South Sudan in the second round on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Juba, South Sudan's capital. These matches are crucial for Egypt's qualification prospects.
In addition to the qualifiers, Egypt is scheduled to play a friendly match against South Africa on October 4, 2026, at the Cairo International Stadium. This match will provide an opportunity for the team to fine-tune their strategies and build team cohesion ahead of the qualifiers.
The current Egyptian national team squad includes a mix of experienced and young players. The goalkeepers are Mustafa Shobier, El-Mahdi Suleiman, Mohamed Alaa, and Abdulaziz Belcotty. The defense includes Mohamed Hani, Tarek Alaa, Ramy Rabia, Mohamed Abdelmonem, and others. The midfield features players like Marwan Attia, Emad Moteab, and Ahmed Zizo, while the forward line includes Omar Marmoush and Hamza Abdelkarem.
Egypt's coach, Hossam Hassan, will be looking to make a positive impact in the upcoming matches. The team's performance in the AFCON qualifiers will be crucial in determining their chances of advancing to the tournament. With Salah's leadership and the team's current form, Egyptian fans will be eagerly anticipating the outcomes of these matches.
Key points
- Egypt faces Angola and South Sudan in crucial AFCON 2027 qualifiers.
- Mohamed Salah addresses team and Sports Minister, expresses optimism about team's prospects.
- Egypt to play friendly match against South Africa on October 4, 2026.
