Artist Hany Salama expressed his support for the Egyptian national team after their journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end, following their elimination against Argentina in the Round of 16 in a match that sparked widespread controversy due to refereeing decisions.

Hany Salama praised the Egyptian players’ performance during the tournament, emphasizing that they achieved an important milestone for Egyptian football despite ending their campaign in the knockout stage.

Hany Salama’s Message to Egypt Players

Praising the Pharaohs’ Performance in the World Cup

Hany Salama shared a message through his official Instagram account, praising the level shown by the Egyptian national team players during the 2026 World Cup.

The actor wrote:

“You made us proud, guys. You achieved a great accomplishment for Egyptian football, and we are all proud of you. The whole world knows how much injustice you faced, but this is not the end. It is the beginning of a great team that achieved a historic accomplishment and earned the respect of the entire world.”

He added that the Egyptian team’s performance reflects the development of Egyptian football and that the players succeeded in gaining the respect of fans and followers worldwide.

Wide Support for Egypt After the World Cup

Artists and Media Figures Praise the Pharaohs’ Performance

Hany Salama’s message came as part of a large wave of support received by the Egyptian national team after their World Cup 2026 exit, as many artists, media personalities, and fans praised the players’ performances.

Despite not continuing in the tournament, the team’s strong displays against major international opponents increased fans’ confidence in the future of Egyptian football.

Basma Wahba Praises Egypt’s Performance

Criticism of Refereeing Decisions in the Argentina Match

Meanwhile, media personality Basma Wahba commented on Egypt’s defeat against Argentina, stating that the players’ performance was not the reason behind the elimination, but rather what she described as refereeing mistakes during the match.

In a video posted on her official Instagram account, Basma Wahba said that Egypt delivered a strong performance against one of the world’s top teams, adding:

“We lost because of the referee, not because of Argentina. There was clear injustice in the refereeing, and the referee came in as if he wanted to challenge the Egyptian team.”

Controversy Over Refereeing in Egypt vs Argentina Match

Debate After the Round of 16 Clash

The refereeing decisions during the Egypt vs Argentina match sparked major controversy among Egyptian fans, with many believing that some calls affected the final result.

Basma Wahba pointed out that the refereeing performance had become a topic of widespread discussion, saying that the world was talking about the controversy surrounding the match.

Basma Wahba’s Message to Egyptian Fans

Supporting Players After World Cup Elimination

Basma Wahba concluded her message by calling on Egyptian fans to continue supporting the national team, emphasizing that the players delivered a performance worthy of Egypt’s name.

She said:

“I want all Egyptians to put a picture of the Egyptian national team because they made us proud. You are winners because you competed against one of the biggest football teams in the world with your performance and fighting spirit.”

She stressed that although Egypt’s journey in the 2026 World Cup has ended, the tournament represents an important step toward building a generation capable of achieving more successes in the future.

Who supported Egypt’s national team after the 2026 World Cup exit?

Artist Hany Salama supported the Egyptian team with a message praising the players’ performance and fighting spirit.

How did the Egypt vs Argentina match end in the 2026 World Cup?

Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16.

What did Basma Wahba say about the Egypt vs Argentina match?

She stated that Egypt played a strong game and that refereeing mistakes affected the result.

Did Egyptian artists praise the national team’s performance?

Yes, the Egyptian team received wide support from artists, media figures, and fans after their World Cup journey ended.