Egyptian footballer, forward for Manchester United?
Manchester City have appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager. He inherits a squad led by Rodri, who is facing back surgery, while key players and staff prepare for a transition after Pep Guardiola’s 10-year spell. Maresca stresses patience and continuity while pledging to build on City’s structure. This update follows his unveiling and comments on Rodri’s injury and team plans.
Morocco has confirmed its 26-man squad for the World Cup under new coach Mohamed Ouahbi. The squad leans on European-born players, including five with links to Spain, and features Lille’s Ayyoub Bouaddi, whose eligibility was approved by FIFA this year. The Atlas Lions open in New Jersey on June 13 vs. Brazil, then face Scotland and Haiti in Group C.
Belgium has shifted its World Cup approach under coach Rudi Garcia, emphasising defence amid an attack-led setup as Doku and Lukaku headline a transformed squad. Iran faces geopolitical scrutiny and a grind-it-out approach as it eyes progress from a tough group.
Mohamed Salah has recovered from a hamstring strain and has taken part in light training ahead of Egypt’s World Cup round-of-32 match against Australia in Dallas. Coach Hossam Hassan has said Salah is fit to play but may not start, leaving the team to balance his influence with caution after he left the Iran game early and underwent scans and treatment.
Egypt’s captain Mohamed Salah is available for the last‑32 World Cup match against Australia after a hamstring strain, with coach Hossam Hassan confirming he is fit to play. Salah may start or come off the bench as Egypt look to advance, while injuries to teammates threaten defensive depth.
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.