Egypt have begun serious preparations for the next stage of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with significant attention from head coach Hossam Hassan toward providing the best possible conditions for the upcoming camp ahead of the away clash with South Sudan.
The Pharaohs are scheduled to travel to the South Sudanese capital Juba on a special flight on September 27, as part of preparations for the highly anticipated match. The decision is aimed at reducing travel fatigue and giving the players the greatest possible comfort before the important fixture. ✈️🇪🇬
Special Flight to Juba
Egypt have finalized plans to travel to Juba on a special flight on September 27 as they prepare to face South Sudan in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The move is part of the delegation’s preparations for the match, as traveling on a special flight gives the coaching staff and players more time to prepare and focus while avoiding the fatigue associated with lengthy journeys and multiple travel procedures.
The Egyptian national team has a clear objective for the upcoming stage: approaching every qualifier with maximum concentration in order to continue its journey toward qualification for the continental tournament.
Shobier Reveals Details of the Pharaohs’ Camp
Media presenter Ahmed Shobier revealed details about the upcoming Egypt camp, confirming that Hossam Hassan has already started working on the arrangements for the next international gathering.
Shobier explained that the head coach is working to finalize all aspects of the camp, including the training schedule, accommodation and the training grounds where the players will prepare for the upcoming matches.
He emphasized that the coaching staff considers the camp an important step in preparing the players and achieving the highest possible level of understanding before the next commitments.
Project Goal Selected for the Camp 🔥
Shobier also noted that the Egyptian Football Association initially had some concerns about holding the national team camp at Project Goal, particularly because the squad includes a number of experienced and high-profile players.
However, Hossam Hassan welcomed the idea of holding the camp at Project Goal and expressed his satisfaction with the available facilities, including a training pitch, hotel, gym, jacuzzi and other essential requirements for the national team.
Shobier said the senior members of the Egypt squad were highly impressed with the camp facilities, which helped support the decision to continue holding the team’s gatherings there, especially with the conditions allowing the coaching staff to carry out its program effectively.
He added that Project Goal is currently hosting camps for several national teams and that arrangements are now settled for the upcoming Egypt camp.
Shobier Calls for Support for Hossam Hassan 📢
At the end of his comments, Ahmed Shobier sent a clear message calling for full support for Hossam Hassan during the coming period, urging everyone to move away from unproductive criticism and focus on the interests of the national team.
He stressed that the head coach needs a stable environment to work in, particularly given the importance of the current stage and the upcoming challenges facing the Pharaohs. He emphasized that supporting the coaching staff does not mean eliminating criticism, but rather ensuring that discussions remain focused on what benefits the team.
Shobier believes Hossam Hassan deserves appreciation and support, while wishing him success with the national team in the coming period and in achieving Egypt’s objectives in the qualifiers.
⭐ With the South Sudan clash approaching, every detail could prove important for Egypt, from the preparation camp to the special-flight journey to Juba. Can the Pharaohs turn these preparations into a strong performance and a result that gives supporters fresh confidence in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign?
