Media personality Ahmed Shobier revealed details of the agreement between Mohamed Salah, Egypt’s captain, and head coach Hossam Hassan regarding the player’s absence from the upcoming matches against South Sudan and South Africa.
According to Shobier, the agreement was reached before Egypt’s match against Angola, with Salah initially set to be rested for the friendly against South Africa. Hossam Hassan agreed to the arrangement.
Why Is Mohamed Salah Missing From Egypt’s Matches?
Shobier said Mohamed Salah wanted an opportunity to spend time with his son, particularly after not being able to enjoy sufficient time with him.
As a result, an agreement was reportedly reached between Salah and Hossam Hassan for the Liverpool forward to miss the friendly against South Africa.
Shobier also explained that developments followed after Egypt’s players went to receive the vaccinations required before traveling to South Sudan.
According to the comments, those developments raised concerns for Salah, who wanted to return and spend time with his son.
Where Will Mohamed Salah Return?
Ahmed Shobier clarified that Mohamed Salah is not heading to Greece, as had been reported, but will instead return to Turkey.
The Egypt captain was therefore excused from the two matches against South Sudan and South Africa during the current international break, according to Shobier’s account of the agreement.
Egypt vs South Sudan Match Date
Egypt will face South Sudan at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, as part of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The Egypt vs South Sudan match will be broadcast on beIN Sports 1 as part of the continental qualification campaign.
Egypt vs South Africa Match Date
Egypt are scheduled to face South Africa in a friendly on Sunday, October 4, at 9:00 PM at Cairo Stadium.
The match comes as part of Egypt’s preparations during the current international break ahead of their upcoming commitments.
Why is Mohamed Salah missing Egypt’s matches?
According to Ahmed Shobier, Salah and Hossam Hassan had agreed in advance that the player would be excused from the two matches.
Was Salah’s absence from the South Africa match agreed in advance?
Yes. Shobier said the agreement was reached before the Angola match and was approved by Hossam Hassan.
Where will Mohamed Salah return after leaving Egypt camp?
According to Shobier, Salah will return to Turkey rather than Greece.
When is Egypt’s match against South Sudan?
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
When is Egypt’s match against South Africa?
The friendly is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 9:00 PM at Cairo Stadium.
