Reda Shahata Praises Egypt’s Historic World Cup Qualification and Reveals the Secret Behind Fans’ Renewed Passion
Praise for the Performance and the Return of Enthusiasm
Reda Shahata praised Egypt’s qualification for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating that the national team successfully restored excitement and passion among the fans after a period of declining enthusiasm. </p> <p> During his media remarks, he explained that the team’s performances played a direct role in rebuilding trust between the fans and the national team, especially with the noticeable improvement in overall performance.
Hossam Hassan’s Influence and the Rise of Young Talents
He also praised head coach Hossam Hassan, emphasizing that his tactical influence has become clearly evident in the team's performances on the pitch.
A New Generation of Players Emerges
He also highlighted the impressive performances of young talents such as Zizo and Hamza Abdel Karim, describing them as valuable additions to the future of the Egyptian national team.
Special Praise for Mohamed Salah
He expressed great admiration for Mohamed Salah’s performances despite the pressure he recently faced with Liverpool, noting his ability to make a difference even under difficult circumstances.
Historic Achievements at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Egyptian national team continued making history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by reaching the knockout stage for the first time ever, while recording several remarkable achievements that reflect the team's progress.
Egypt’s Most Notable Records
Egypt secured its first-ever World Cup group-stage victory, finished the group stage unbeaten, scored five goals—the highest goal tally in a single World Cup edition—and claimed second place in the group for the first time on goal difference. The team also scored its earliest World Cup goal within the opening ten minutes of a match, marking another historic milestone.
