Egyptian team departs for South Sudan amidst challenges
Egypt's national team has headed to South Sudan to participate in the second round of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, following a goalless draw with Angola in their opening match. The team encountered multiple challenges, most notably the absence of three key players, including goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shennawy, who was excluded by coach Hossam Hassan due to previous remarks in which he described El-Shennawy's performance as "finished" before he regained his form. Hassan’s comments sparked reactions from Al-Ahly club, which emphasized El-Shennawy’s position as a player and captain, leading to a rift between the club and the coaching staff, despite the Egyptian Football Association president’s support for El-Shennawy. Additionally, defender Mohamed Abdel Moneim was sidelined for medical reasons, with reports stating that his absence from the camp was health-related and that his relationship with the technical staff remains good. It’s worth noting that the Egyptian team started the qualifiers with a draw and is currently missing some of its key stars. They are preparing for the upcoming match in Juba under difficult conditions amid internal crises and ongoing administrative and technical disagreements.
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