Liverpool Superstar Mohamed Salah Set to Lead Egypt at FIFA World Cup 2026

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will captain Egypt at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after head coach Hossam Hassan announced his final squad on Saturday.

There were no major surprises in Egypt's squad, but the selection of young striker Hamza Abdel Karim has caught the eye of many fans. The talented teenager is one of the notable names included in the final group that is aiming to perform strongly at the upcoming tournament.

The 18-year-old striker is currently spending the season on loan at Barcelona Atlètic from Al Ahly, where he is gaining valuable experience and improving his game in Spain.

Along with Salah, Egypt will also rely on Omar Marmoush in attack. The Manchester City forward had a solid season, finding the net eight times in 36 matches across all competitions.

Egypt will kick off their World Cup campaign against Belgium on June 15. They are placed in Group G with New Zealand and Iran and will be aiming to secure a place in the knockout rounds.

As part of their final preparations, Egypt will face Brazil in a friendly match in Ohio on June 6 before the tournament begins.

Fans are expecting strong performances from this squad, as it includes many talented players who have made a strong name at the club level. The performances of Mohamed Salah would remain specifically under scanner, as this could be his last World Cup for Egypt.

Egypt Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026

Goalkeepers: Mohamed El-Shenawy, Mostafa Shobeir (Al Ahly), El-Mahdi Soliman (Zamalek), Mohamed Alaa (El Gouna).

Defenders: Mohamed Abdelmonem (Nice), Mohamed Hany, Yasser Ibrahim (Al Ahly), Hossam Abdelmaguid, Ahmed Fattouh (Zamalek), Tarek Alaa (ZED), Rami Rabia (Al Ain), Hamdi Fathi (Al Wakrah), Karim Hafez (Pyramids).

Midfielders: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Marwan Attia, Ahmed Mostafa “Zizo”, Mahmoud Hassan “Trezeguet”, Emam Ashour (Al Ahly), Mostafa Abdel Raouf, Mohannad Lasheen (Pyramids), Haitham Hassan (Real Oviedo), Mahmoud Saber (ZED), Ibrahim Adel (Nordsjælland), Nabil Emad (Al-Najma).

Forwards: Omar Marmoush (Manchester City), Hamza Abdel Karim (Barcelona Atletic).