Egypt national team director Ibrahim Hassan has revealed several key details following the Pharaohs' historic qualification for the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasizing that the achievement was the result of hard work, determination, and a shared ambition to write a new chapter in Egyptian football history.

Ibrahim Hassan explained that the coaching staff and players view their participation in the World Cup as a national mission, stressing that their primary objective has always been to represent Egypt in the best possible way on the global stage. That goal, he said, was reflected in the team's dramatic victory over Australia and their progression to the knockout rounds.

The Egypt team director also highlighted the overwhelming support from across the Arab world, describing it as one of the most emotional aspects of the tournament journey. He noted that fans from various Arab countries celebrated Egypt's goals as if they belonged to their own national teams and extended a special tribute to the Palestinian people, who continued to follow and support the Pharaohs despite the difficult circumstances they are facing.

Ibrahim Hassan further revealed that Egypt's success in the penalty shootout against Australia was not a matter of luck, but rather the result of consistent preparation and training throughout the team's camps. He explained that the coaching staff regularly works with players on penalty kicks at the end of training sessions.

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Ibrahim Hassan confirmed that defender Mohamed Abdelmonem and left-back Ahmed Fattouh are unlikely to recover in time for the upcoming clash against Argentina due to injury, dealing a significant blow to Egypt ahead of the highly anticipated encounter. He added that the rest of the squad is fit and ready, and that the team will travel to Atlanta to begin preparations, with a strong focus on recovery and physical rehabilitation.

Ibrahim Hassan: Salah Is Producing His Best Performances

Speaking about Mohamed Salah, Ibrahim Hassan praised the Egypt captain's performances, stating that he is displaying a different level with the national team during the current period. He explained that Salah has developed a strong understanding with head coach Hossam Hassan, allowing him to perform multiple roles effectively and make a greater impact on the pitch.

He also highlighted Hossam Hassan's attention to tactical details, explaining that the head coach spends considerable time studying opponents, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses, and communicating those findings to the players in order to prepare the team in the best possible way.

In conclusion, Ibrahim Hassan stressed that Egypt will not focus on stopping a single player from the Argentine side, despite the world champions' wealth of talent. He emphasized that the Pharaohs will enter the match with a fighting spirit and the belief that they can continue their historic journey and achieve another milestone in Egyptian football history.