Egypt Name World Cup Squad With Salah as Captain

Egypt have officially named their squad for the upcoming World Cup, with captain Mohamed Salah leading the team, while teenage sensation Hamza Abdel Karim earns a shock call-up to the national side.

Coach Hossam Hassan unveiled the final selection ahead of the tournament, confirming a balanced squad built around experienced internationals and emerging young talent.

Liverpool star Salah will captain Egypt and spearhead their attack as the team prepares for a tough group-stage campaign against top international opposition.

Egypt are expected to rely heavily on his leadership and goal-scoring ability, as they look to progress beyond the group stage for the first time in their modern World Cup history.

One of the biggest surprises in the squad is the inclusion of 18-year-old forward Hamza Abdel Karim, who has impressed at youth level and recently attracted attention during his development spell in Spain with Barcelona’s youth setup.

His call-up signals Egypt’s growing focus on integrating young talent into the senior national team ahead of major tournaments.

The squad blends experienced names like Omar Marmoush, Trezeguet, and Mohamed El Shenawy with younger players aiming to make their mark on the world stage.

Coach Hossam Hassan is expected to finalize tactical preparations in the coming weeks before Egypt open their World Cup campaign.

Egypt will face strong competition in their group, where every match is expected to be decisive in determining qualification for the knockout rounds.

The team’s opening fixtures are already being described as crucial for setting the tone of their tournament run.