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MNN Global · May 21, 2026 · 1 min read

Mohamed Salah named Egypt captain for World Cup

What happened: Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has been included in Egypt's preliminary World Cup squad and is expected to captain the team. The squad will be reduced by one player before the tournament.

Why it matters:

  • Salah's leadership could influence Egypt's performance at the World Cup.
  • Egyptian fans and the national team are directly impacted by the final squad selection.

MNN Take: Salah's role as captain highlights his importance to the team, while the final squad cut will finalise Egypt's World Cup lineup.

Sources: BBC Sport