Egyptian footballer, full-back with 100+ caps
Liverpool's Mo Salah has been ruled out of the final weeks of the club season due to a hamstring tear, with officials confirming he will be fit for Egypt's World Cup group stage. Jurgen Klopp’s side are pushing for a Champions League place as they navigate his absence.
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Texas to reach the World Cup last 16 for the first time. Emam Ashour opened the scoring, Mohamed Hany own goal levelled, and Hossam Abdelmaguid sealed victory with the decisive penalty as Mohamed Salah starred for Egypt.