Egypt World Cup 2026 Squad — Players, Manager & Group

Mohamed Salah — possibly his final World Cup appearance

Mohamed Salah leading Egypt at a World Cup is the story everyone wants to tell. At 33 and after leaving Liverpool this summer this could be his final World Cup appearance. He arrives having had a complicated season — brilliant individually as always but left Liverpool under difficult circumstances. His motivation for Egypt has never been in question and he will be desperate to deliver something on the world stage before his international career ends.

Omar Marmoush — the perfect partner for Salah

Omar Marmoush of Manchester City is the second attacking star and the perfect partner for Salah. The Egyptian striker had an extraordinary first season in the Premier League and brings directness, finishing ability and pressing intensity that Egypt have never had before alongside Salah. Egypt with both of them fit is a genuine threat to any team in Group G.

A domestic-heavy squad beyond the two stars

Egypt's squad beyond Salah and Marmoush is overwhelmingly domestic — most players ply their trade in Egyptian club football for Al Ahly, Zamalek and Pyramids. The quality gap between Egyptian domestic football and European football is significant and that will show in the tougher games.

Group G — challenging but qualification is achievable

Group G is challenging but not impossible. Belgium with De Bruyne and Lukaku are strong favourites to top the group. New Zealand are the weakest team. Iran are dangerous and organised. Egypt should be targeting second place and they have the attacking quality with Salah and Marmoush to make it happen.

Hossam Hassan — Egypt legend now leading as manager

Hossam Hassan as player-manager is an interesting story — one of Egypt's greatest ever players now leading the team as manager. He has had to deal with enormous pressure given Salah's involvement and the expectations that come with it. His tactical choices will be scrutinised at every turn.

Egypt's return to the World Cup after missing 2022

Egypt's return to the World Cup after missing 2022 is a big deal for African football. They are one of the continent's most storied nations and Salah's presence guarantees them global attention. The question is whether they can make it count.

Who is in Egypt's World Cup 2026 squad?

Full squad listed above including Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush.

Who is Egypt's manager at World Cup 2026?

Hossam Hassan, Egypt legend turned manager.

What group are Egypt in at World Cup 2026?

Group G with Belgium, Iran and New Zealand.

When do Egypt play their first World Cup game?

June 15 vs Belgium at Gillette Stadium, Boston.

Is this Mohamed Salah's last World Cup?

Possibly — at 33 this may well be his final World Cup appearance.