Egypt's final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup announced
The Egypt national team has announced its final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The coaching staff has finalized the roster for the upcoming tournament, which includes team stars Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush.
Salah's presence is crucial for Egypt. He has been the team's leader and primary attacking threat for years, carrying the hopes of the fans. Marmoush, meanwhile, has proven himself in Europe recently, adding extra firepower to the squad.
The goalkeepers selected are Mohamed El Shenawy, Mostafa Shobeir, El Mahdi Soliman, and Mohamed Alaa. The defensive line features Mohamed Hany, Tarek Alaa, Hamdy Fathy, Ramy Rabia, Yasser Ibrahim, Hossam Abdelmaguid, Mohamed Abdelmonem, Ahmed Fattouh, and Karim Hafez.
The midfield includes Marwan Attia, Mohannad Lasheen, Nabil Emad Dunga, Mahmoud Saber, Ahmed Sayed Zizo, Mahmoud Trezeguet, Emam Ashour, Mostafa Zico, Ibrahim Adel, Haytham Hassan, and Mohamed Salah. This line offers a mix of experience, speed, and playmaking ability.
The forward line consists of Omar Marmoush, Aktay Abdullah, and Hamza Abdel Karim. Marmoush's current form, in particular, gives Egyptian fans great hope.
Egypt's final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup:
Goalkeepers:
Mohamed El Shenawy, Mostafa Shobeir, El Mahdi Soliman, Mohamed Alaa.
Defenders:
Mohamed Hany, Tarek Alaa, Hamdy Fathy, Ramy Rabia, Yasser Ibrahim, Hossam Abdelmaguid, Mohamed Abdelmonem, Ahmed Fattouh, Karim Hafez.
Midfielders:
Marwan Attia, Mohannad Lasheen, Nabil Emad Dunga, Mahmoud Saber, Ahmed Sayed Zizo, Mahmoud Trezeguet, Emam Ashour, Mostafa Zico, Ibrahim Adel, Haytham Hassan, Mohamed Salah.
Forwards:
Omar Marmoush, Aktay Abdullah, Hamza Abdel Karim.
In short, Egypt is preparing to head to the World Cup with its strongest players. Salah's experience, Marmoush's intensity, and the overall balance of the team give the Africans a chance to compete seriously. Now it all comes down to the pitch — Egypt has the stars, the question is whether they can unite as a single force.
