The Egyptian U-17 team, consisting of players born in 2009, finished their training on Friday, October 2, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland. The team is set to face Canada in a friendly match, marking the end of their participation in the International Friendship Tournament. Coach Hussein Abdel Latif aims to give playing time to as many players as possible in the match against Canada.
The team's technical staff, led by Abdel Latif, is expected to make changes to the starting lineup, giving opportunities to players who have not started in previous matches. This approach aligns with the coach's strategy to assess the team's depth and prepare players for future competitions. The team's performance in the tournament has been closely monitored by the Egyptian Football Association.
Dr. Walid Darwish, a member of the Egyptian Football Association's board of directors and head of the team's mission, met with the players on Friday. He praised their performance against England and Colombia, emphasizing the importance of the tournament in gaining experience and exposure to different footballing styles. Darwish encouraged the players to continue their strong performance and secure a win against Canada.
The match against Canada is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM Cairo time. The match will be broadcast live on On Sports, a popular Egyptian sports channel. The Egyptian team currently sits third in their group, with two points, after losing to Colombia 2-1 in their last group stage match.
In contrast, Canada lost their last group stage match against Spain 2-0, leaving them with two points in third place in their group. The Canadian team will look to bounce back against Egypt, while the Egyptians aim to end their tournament on a high note. The two teams have different group stage records, with Egypt facing England, Colombia, and Korea, and Canada competing against Spain, Brazil, and Côte d'Ivoire.
The Egyptian team's participation in the International Friendship Tournament is part of their preparation for the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup, scheduled to take place in Qatar in November 2026. The tournament provides an opportunity for the team to gain experience and fine-tune their skills ahead of the World Cup. Coach Abdel Latif and his staff will look to use the friendly match against Canada as a valuable learning experience.
The team's performance in the tournament has been encouraging, with players showing resilience and determination. As they prepare to face Canada, the Egyptian team will look to make a positive impact and build on their experiences in the International Friendship Tournament. The team's fans will be eagerly watching the match, hoping for a strong performance and a win against Canada.
Key points
- Egypt's U-17 team to face Canada in a friendly match on October 3, 2026.
- The match is part of Egypt's preparation for the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar.
- Coach Hussein Abdel Latif aims to give playing time to as many players as possible in the match against Canada.
