The Egyptian U-17 national team, consisting of players born in 2009, will depart from Cairo International Airport at 11 am on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to participate in the International Friendship Tournament in Switzerland. The tournament will take place from September 24 to October 3, 2026. The team, led by coach Hussein Abdel Latif, resumed training on Sunday after a day of rest on Saturday.
The team's manager, Dr. Walid Darwish, a member of the Egyptian Football Association's board of directors, will head the delegation to Switzerland. Coach Abdel Latif has selected 22 players for the tournament. The team's training sessions have been focused on preparing the players for the competition, with an emphasis on making the most of this opportunity to gain experience and potentially secure a spot in the World Cup.
Before the team's training session on Monday, Coach Abdel Latif met with the players and stressed the importance of making the most of this opportunity. He encouraged them to work hard and make a good impression during the tournament, which could lead to a spot in the World Cup squad. The team's players are said to be highly motivated and determined to make a good showing in the tournament.
Shouqi Gharib, the technical director of the Egyptian Football Association, met with the players and expressed his confidence in the team's abilities. He believes that the team has the potential to go far in the tournament and make a good impression. Gharib also emphasized the importance of the tournament as a stepping stone for the team's future success.
According to Gharib, Hani Abourideh, the president of the Egyptian Football Association, is committed to providing all the necessary support to ensure the team's success. The association is providing all the resources needed to help the team prepare for the tournament and achieve its goals. Dr. Walid Darwish, as the team's supervisor, is working closely with the coaching staff to ensure that everything runs smoothly.
The International Friendship Tournament in Switzerland is an important competition for the Egyptian U-17 national team. The team's performance in the tournament will be closely watched, and a good showing could lead to increased confidence and momentum for the team. The team's players are said to be excited about the opportunity to compete against top-level teams from around the world.
The Egyptian U-17 national team's participation in the International Friendship Tournament in Switzerland is a significant step in their development. The team's coaching staff and players are working hard to prepare for the tournament, and the team's performance will be closely watched by fans and officials alike. The team's future success will depend on its ability to build on this experience and continue to develop its skills.
Key points
- The Egyptian U-17 national team departs for Switzerland to participate in the International Friendship Tournament.
- Coach Hussein Abdel Latif has selected 22 players for the tournament.
- The team's performance in the tournament could lead to increased confidence and momentum for the team.
