The Egyptian U-17 team, consisting of players born in 2009, landed in Geneva, Switzerland, after a 5-hour flight. The team was welcomed at Geneva Airport by Egyptian Consul in Switzerland, Ziad Nasim. This marks a significant milestone in the team's preparation for the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup in November. The team's participation in the International Friendship Tournament is part of their intensive training program.
The International Friendship Tournament is scheduled to take place from September 24 to October 3. During the tournament, Egypt will play four matches against South Korea, England, Colombia, and a fifth match in the final stage. The team's 22-man squad, led by coach Hussein Abdellatif, includes players from various clubs, including Malek Amr, Mohamed Obeid, and Abdel Aziz Mahmoud in goal; Mohamed El-Sayed, Adel Alla, Adam Youssef, Amir Hassan, and others.
Prior to their departure to Switzerland, the team concluded their training camp on September 7 at the Egyptian National Teams' training center. The team has been preparing intensively for the tournament, which will provide them with valuable experience and exposure against top international teams. Egypt's U-17 team aims to make a strong impression in the tournament and gain momentum ahead of the FIFA U-17 World Cup.
The team's manager, Ayman Hafez, and the team's head, Walid Darwish, a member of the Egyptian Football Association's board of directors, are accompanying the team to the tournament. The team's preparation for the FIFA U-17 World Cup includes a series of friendly matches and training camps. After the International Friendship Tournament, the team will participate in the Gulf Cup for U-17 teams in mid-October.
The Egyptian U-17 team's participation in the International Friendship Tournament is a crucial step in their preparation for the FIFA U-17 World Cup. The team will face stiff competition from top international teams, including South Korea, England, and Colombia. The tournament will provide the team with an opportunity to test their skills and strategies against top opponents.
Egypt's U-17 team has been working hard to fine-tune their skills and build a strong team dynamic. The team's coach, Hussein Abdellatif, has been working closely with the players to ensure they are well-prepared for the tournament. The team's performance in the International Friendship Tournament will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
After the tournament, the team will return to Cairo on October 4. The team's performance in the International Friendship Tournament will provide valuable insights into their strengths and weaknesses ahead of the FIFA U-17 World Cup. The team's participation in the tournament is a significant step in their journey to becoming one of the top teams in international youth football.
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- Egypt's U-17 team participates in the International Friendship Tournament in Switzerland from September 24 to October 3.
