Football is not just a game in Egypt.. Salah’s role is influential with the national team

Hossam Hassan, the coach of the Egyptian national team, confirmed his happiness at representing the Pharaohs in the 1990 World Cup finals as a player, noting that he was part of a generation that made history for Egyptian football in the World Cup.

Hossam Hassan said, in statements to the official website of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), that the Egyptian national team performed well during its participation in the 1990 World Cup, expressing his hopes that the team would have achieved greater achievement in that edition.

The Pharaohs’ technical director praised the role played by Mohamed Salah with the national team, stressing that he is one of Egypt’s most important stars and that the team greatly needs his experiences and abilities on the field.

Hossam Hassan added in his statements, which were reported by the media center of the Egyptian Football Association, that football in Egypt is not just a game, but rather represents a part of the lives and culture of Egyptians, in light of the great popularity it enjoys.

He concluded his statements by emphasizing that the Egyptian fans love their country and always look forward to seeing their team among the best teams in the world and achieving achievements on the international scene.

Hossam Hassan’s statements come as the Egyptian national team prepares to face Belgium on Monday evening in Group G of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, which also includes New Zealand and Iran.
The Egyptian national team is looking for its first victory in the World Cup, during its fourth participation, after appearing in the 1934, 1990 and 2018 editions.