In good news for Hossam Hassan, the head coach of Egypt’s national team, the goal scored by Mustafa Mohamed in the Nantes vs. Brest match in the French Ligue 1 came as a valuable gift ahead of the announcement of the Pharaohs' squad for the 2026 World Cup. As Egypt prepares for this much-anticipated global event, Mustafa Mohamed continues to show positive signs with his club Nantes.

The Return of Scoring

After a long goal drought that lasted over 84 days, Mustafa Mohamed finally found the net again in the ninth minute of the Nantes vs. Brest match, adding another goal to his tally for this season, bringing it to 4 goals. The timing of this goal was perfect, as the competition for the center-forward position in the Egyptian national team has intensified, especially with Hossam Hassan opting to play Omar Marmoush as the main striker in recent matches.

A New Opportunity in the World Cup

Despite his goal drought in previous matches, Mustafa Mohamed managed to regain his form, boosting his goal count this season. Since the beginning of the season, he has scored in matches against Monaco, Nice, Strasbourg, and now Brest, confirming his readiness both physically and technically for the upcoming World Cup.

This goal is of great importance to Hossam Hassan, especially since it opens the door for Mustafa Mohamed to return to the starting lineup for Egypt, after his recent limited appearances with the national team. It seems that Mustafa Mohamed has regained his confidence, which will positively impact the Egyptian team in the upcoming competitions, particularly in the 2026 World Cup.

Despite the fierce competition for a place in the squad, this goal could serve as a strong indicator of Mustafa Mohamed regaining his best form, which could help solidify his chances of staying in Hossam Hassan’s plans for the World Cup. With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, this powerful return from the Egyptian striker will be a significant morale boost for both him and the Egyptian national team.