New Zealand match offers historic chance for Egyptian football, former captains say
CAIRO: Egypt’s upcoming World Cup 2026 match against New Zealand presents a golden opportunity to make history, according to former team captains.
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New Zealand need collective effort to stop Salah, says former coach Herbert
June 20 : New Zealand must stay calm, remain disciplined and find a collective way to contain Mohamed Salah if they are to seize a historic World Cup chance against Egypt, former All Whites coach Ricki Herbert told Reuters.
The future is now for 18-year-old striker on Egypt’s World Cup squad
VANCOUVER: Egypt striker Hamza Abdelkarim is just 18 and one of the youngest players at the World Cup, but he’s handling soccer’s biggest stage as a seasoned professional. The 6-footer is one of 22 teenagers on squads at the World Cup and he’s the youngest player ever to play for his nation in the tournament. Some are calling Abdelkarim Egypt’s heir apparent to Mohamed Salah, now 34, who is arguably the team’s biggest star. Abdelkarim subbed in for Salah in the 76th minute of Egypt’s World Cup opener against Belgium. What sets Abdelkarim apart is his poise.
Iran coach questions inconsistency as preparation for Belgium match cut short
INGLEWOOD, California June 20 : Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei has criticised their increasingly difficult preparation conditions for Sunday's World Cup match against Belgium, questioning why U.S. authorities appear willing to offer his team greater travel flexibility for their final group game but not their opening fixtures.
Coach Hassan denies Salah rift as Egypt eye historic World Cup win
VANCOUVER, June 20 : Egypt coach Hossam Hassan dismissed talk of unrest involving talisman Mohamed Salah, insisting there were no issues within the squad as they prepare to face New Zealand in their crucial World Cup Group G match at BC Place on Sunday.
Belgium brace for motivated Iran as Garcia manages Lukaku's minutes
INGLEWOOD, California, June 20 : Belgium are preparing for a uniquely motivated Iran side whose players carry a desire to give joy to their nation's people, veteran right back Thomas Meunier warned ahead of their World Cup match on Sunday.
Bazeley calls for cutting edge as New Zealand eye historic first World Cup win
VANCOUVER, June 20 : New Zealand can take confidence from one of their best performances in years after drawing 2-2 with Iran in their World Cup Group G opener, but must be more clinical against Egypt on Sunday, coach Darren Bazeley said.
Ireland captain Doris to miss Nations Championship tests
June 20 : Ireland captain Caelan Doris has been forced out of their opening Nations Championship matches next month after suffering injury in Leinster’s United Rugby Championship triumph on Friday.