{"id":188371,"date":"2025-12-02T18:22:46","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T18:22:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/egypts-squad-for-can-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-12-02T18:22:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T18:22:48","slug":"egypts-squad-for-can-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/egypts-squad-for-can-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Egypt&#8217;s Squad for CAN 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>Egypt\u2019s CAN 2025 Player List: A Closer Look<\/h2>\n<p>Egypt enters the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) not as the clear favorite, yet their history in the tournament makes them a team to watch. With a record seven titles, the Pharaohs are always a formidable presence, regardless of their current form. This year, under head coach Hossam Hassan, Egypt will be facing South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Angola in the group stage. Recently, Hassan unveiled a list of 28 players, and the anticipation is building.<\/p>\n<h3>Star Player: Mohamed Salah<\/h3>\n<p>Leading the charge is none other than Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool superstar. At 33, this will be Salah&#8217;s fifth time playing in the CAN. Remarkably, he has yet to lift the continental trophy despite reaching the finals in 2017 and 2022. Salah is joined by seasoned players such as Omar Marmoush of Manchester City, Mostafa Mohamed from FC Nantes, Mahmoud Trezeguet of Al Ahly, and Ahmed Sayed Zizo, also from Al Ahly.<\/p>\n<h3>Full Player List Breakdown<\/h3>\n<h4>Goalkeepers<\/h4>\n<p>Egypt&#8217;s goalkeeping options are solid, featuring:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mohamed El-Shenawy<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ahmed El-Shenawy<\/strong> (Pyramids FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mostafa Shobeir<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mohamed Sobhi<\/strong> (Zamalek SC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This lineup provides both experience and youth, ensuring a dependable presence between the posts.<\/p>\n<h4>Defenders<\/h4>\n<p>The defensive line is crucial for any title campaign. The selected defenders include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rami Rabia<\/strong> (Al-A\u00efn FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mohamed Hany<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Yasser Brahim<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Khaled Sobhi<\/strong> (Al Masry)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ahmed Eid<\/strong> (Al Masry)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hossam Abdelmaguid<\/strong> (Zamalek SC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mohamed Ismail<\/strong> (Zamalek SC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ahmed Fatouh<\/strong> (Zamalek SC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mohamed Hamdy<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This mix allows for versatility and tactical options, essential for countering various styles of play from the opposition.<\/p>\n<h4>Midfielders<\/h4>\n<p>In the midfield, Egypt has a wealth of talent:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Marwan Attia<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hamdy Fathi<\/strong> (Al Wakrah)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mohanad Lasheen<\/strong> (Pyramids FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mahmoud Saber<\/strong> (Pyramids FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mohamed Shehata<\/strong> (Zamalek SC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emam Ashour<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ahmed Sayed Zizo<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mahmoud Trezeguet<\/strong> (Al Ahly FC)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ibrahim Adel<\/strong> (AQl Jazira Club)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mostafa Fathi<\/strong> (Pyramids FC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The richness in midfield talent will provide Egypt with both defensive coverage and creative attacking options.<\/p>\n<h4>Attackers<\/h4>\n<p>Finally, the Pharaohs have a strong lineup of forwards:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mohamed Salah<\/strong> (Liverpool)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Omar Marmoush<\/strong> (Manchester City)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mostafa Mohamed<\/strong> (FC Nantes)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salah Mohsen<\/strong> (Al Masry)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Osama Faisal<\/strong> (Bank El Ahly)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A potent attack will be crucial for Egypt to progress through the tournament and potentially secure their eighth title.<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>As the Africa Cup of Nations draws near, Egypt remains a potent force in African football. With a balanced squad that features a mix of experience and youth, they are set to make an impact in 2025. While they may not be the favorites, the legacy of Egyptian football can never be underestimated. Supporters will be eager to witness if Salah and his teammates can finally clinch the coveted continental trophy.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Egypt\u2019s CAN 2025 Player List: A Closer Look Egypt enters the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) not as the clear favorite, yet their history in the tournament makes them a team to watch. With a record seven titles, the Pharaohs are always a formidable presence, regardless of their current form. 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