Mohamed Salah: We Want to Make Egyptians Proud of Us

Egyptian national team captain Mohamed Salah confirmed that all team players are aware of the responsibility placed upon them before the start of the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing that the main goal is to make Egyptian fans happy and to deliver the best possible performance in the tournament.

Salah said: "We want to make people proud of us, and we will do our utmost. It's a tough group, and everyone has a chance, we will give our best and wait to see what happens."

The Pharaohs' captain's statements come amid great anticipation for Egypt's participation in Group G, which includes Belgium, Iran, and New Zealand.

Salah's statements align with the atmosphere of confidence and caution within the Egyptian camp, where coach Hossam Hassan described the group as strong and highly competitive, confirming that the opening match against Belgium will be the toughest in the team's journey during the first round.

The Egyptian team heavily relies on Salah's experience in the tournament, especially after his full recovery from injury and his return to participate with the team before the start of the global competitions, at a time when the Pharaohs hope to achieve a historic accomplishment and advance to the knockout stages.