Mostafa Ibrahim, former Zamalek player, praised the Egyptian national team’s performance after their 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in a friendly match, part of the Pharaohs’ preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
Ibrahim noted that the overall performance showed significant improvement in both organization on the field and player coordination, highlighting the hard work of head coach Hossam Hassan and his staff.
He emphasized that Haitham Hassan stood out as one of the match’s positive elements, adding that the player has exceptional technical skills that will become even more evident with increased participation in upcoming games 🔥⚡.
Ibrahim also praised Mohamed Shehata, stating that he is a talented midfielder with excellent field vision and the ability to link the lines, making him a valuable addition to the national team in future matches ⚽🟢.
He discussed the impact of goal timing, noting that scoring at key moments allowed the coaching staff full control and disrupted the Saudi team’s rhythm.
Finally, Ibrahim acknowledged Saudi Arabia’s strength despite the defeat, stressing that friendly matches like this provide an opportunity to test players and correct mistakes ahead of official competitions 🏟️🌍.



