Mohamed Salah: Egypt Teammates Stand United Amidst Liverpool Uncertainty. Cairo, Egypt — As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) approaches, Egypt’s national team captain, Mohamed Salah, faces uncertainty at Liverpool.
However, his teammates have shown unwavering support for the forward ahead of the tournament in Morocco.
Salah, who has been benched in the last three Liverpool fixtures, has become a focal point of discussion. Striker Ahmed “Kouka” Hassan, a fellow Egyptian, expressed his solidarity on social media, emphasizing the importance of Salah’s role. “
Players like him do not get benched, “Hassan stated. “.
If he starts on the bench, you must make sure he is the first to come on, after 60 minutes, 65 at the latest.”
The 33-year-old Salah is not just a teammate but a leader and a legend, according to Kouka. “Mo is not just a teammate, he is a leader, a legend for club and country.
Keep working hard, brother, every situation in life is temporary, moments like this pass, what stays is your greatness, “he added.
Head coach Hossam Hassan, a former star himself, echoed the sentiment. “Always a symbol of perseverance and strength, “Hassan posted on social media, accompanied by a photograph of himself and Salah. Winger Ahmed “Zizo” El Sayed described Salah as “the greatest Liverpool legend of all time, “while goalkeeper Mohamed Sobhy called him “always the best.”.
Liverpool’s struggles have been evident this season, as they currently sit 10th after 15 rounds, 10 points behind leaders Arsenal. Salah’s goal tally has also dipped, with only four goals in 13 top-flight appearances.
In a recent interview, Salah suggested he may not play for Liverpool again. “.
It seems like the club has thrown me under the bus, “he. “I think it is very clear that someone wanted me to get all of the blame (for the slump) … someone does not want me in the club.”
Despite these challenges, Salah remains optimistic about Egypt’s chances at AFCON. “.
It will happen — that is what I believe. It is a great feeling every time you step on the field wearing the Egyptian colours, “he.
Egypt, who last won the AFCON 15 years ago, boasts an array of attacking talent, including Omar Marmoush from Manchester City and Mahmoud “Trezeguet” Hassan and Zizo from Cairo giants Al Ahly.
Group B, which includes Angola, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, is the only one of the six groups in Morocco featuring two qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. South Africa exceeded expectations by finishing third at the 2024 AFCON, but Belgian coach Hugo Broos expects a tougher campaign.
Further details are expected as the AFCON approaches, with Egypt aiming to end a 15-year wait for another continental title.
Source: Mohamed Salah: Egypt teammates rally behind unsettled. — Aljazeera.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
